New Delhi, Mar 31 (ANI): People from Markaz building wear a protective mask as they walk to board a bus that will be taken to the hospital amid concerns about the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) at Nizamuddin Area in New Delhi on Tuesday. (ANI Photo)
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- Published: April 9, 2020 09:55
New Delhi: The national capital on Wednesday reported 93 COVID-19 positive cases in 24 hours, taking the total number of persons diagnosed with deadly virus to 669. It has been calculated that around 64 per cent of the total positive cases in Delhi are associated with the Tablighi Jamaat event that took place in Nizamuddin Markaz in March.
“93 new COVID-19 cases were reported today in the national capital taking the state tally to 669; the death toll stands at 9. All the 93 new COVID-19 positive cases reported today are linked with Nizamuddin Markaz event,” Delhi government stated.
20 persons have been discharged after treatment while one has migrated.
A total of 426 persons amounting to around 64 per cent of the total positive cases in Delhi are associated with the Markaz event.
Meanwhile, Delhi Police said: “A 44-year-old constable who was posted at Delhi Airport, has tested positive for COVID-19. He has been taken to Lok Nayak Hospital. His family members will be brought to the hospital tomorrow for tests.”