As Mumbai witnessed a three-fold spike in measles cases, residents of M East ward, which is the most hit, have sent a legal notice to the state health minister. They alleged that persistently high air pollution in the area weakens their immune system, making them vulnerable to viral diseases. They asked the government to take measures to curb the spread of the disease and check air pollution, failing which they will move the court. 

M East ward, which covers Govandi, Deonar, has recorded three deaths and the majority of the 84 cases reported in the city between September and October. The city has recorded a total of 109 cases of measles from January to November 12. Following the outbreak in Govandi earlier this month, a total of 80,603 houses in M East ward have been surveyed so far.