Mumbai has become eligible for the Level 2 tag with a falling test positivity rate and a fair availability of oxygen beds, but the BMC says it will stick to Level 3 for now.  While moving to the new level would mean more relaxations, including regular timing for non-essential services, the civic body fears citizens might turn complacent and end up spreading Covid-19. Additional Municipal Commissioner Suresh Kakani said they want to wait for at least a week before taking a final call.

Traders and hoteliers have now demanded Level 2 norms for the city. Pic/Ashish Raje