Maharashtra recorded 16 COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, taking the state`s overall tally of infections so far to 2,517, the health department said.

As per the State Public Health Department, no COVID-19-linked fatality has been reported since Monday. A total of 38 patients have succumbed to the viral infection since January 1, of whom 37 had comorbidities (pre-existing health conditions that can increase the risk of severe illness), an official statement said.

With Maharashtra continuing to maintain a strong grip over COVID-19 infection across the state, only 16 new positive cases were reported on July 1. According to the Public Health Department, all patients who are currently infected with the virus are experiencing only mild symptoms, and the state’s overall recovery rate stands at an impressive 94.91%.