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Mumbai malaria cases rise 144%, H1N1 cases jump 709% this monsoon, BMC data shows

Summary by The Mumbai Editorial Desk · As published by Hindustan Times — Mumbai · October 7, 2026 · 1 min read

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A significant increase in malaria and H1N1 cases has been reported this monsoon. Malaria cases have risen by 144%, while H1N1 cases have jumped by 709% compared to the same period last year.

BMC data shows a substantial surge in these cases. The data indicates a notable rise in the number of people affected by these diseases.

Further details on the situation are available from the source, including the total number of cases reported and any additional information on the affected areas.

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Category: Local · Published: October 7, 2026 · Source: Hindustan Times — Mumbai · Reading time: 1 min

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Mumbai malaria cases rise 144%, H1N1 cases jump 709% this monsoon, BMC data shows

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