On New Year's Eve, Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Friday extended his wishes for the coming new year 2022.
As per a statement issued by the Chief Minister Office (CMO) on Friday, in the wake of a surge in COVID-19 cases, Mr Thackeray appealed to the people to avoid mass gatherings.
"We all should come together to build a prosperous and healthy nation. May this year bring happiness and prosperity in everyone's life," he said.
The Chief Minister further urged people to unite to build a healthy, prosperous and strong India.
"Let the New Year bring happiness and prosperity in the lives of all of us, make a healthy resolution to achieve this," he added.
Mr Thackeray further advised all the people to follow COVID-19 appropriate behaviour.
Meanwhile, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation on Friday informed that Mumbai has reported 34 fresh COVID-19 cases reported in Dharavi in the last 24 hours.
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