Imphal (Manipur) [India], August 20 (ANI): A total of 49 new COVID-19 cases were reported in Manipur in the last 24 hours, as per the state government on Thursday.

Of these 49 cases, nine were reported from the Central Armed Police Force.

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"In the past 24 hours, 40 persons (25M, 15F) from general population and 9 personnel from Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) were confirmed as new COVID-19 positive cases," said the state government in a press release.

The total number of cases now stands at 4,925, including 1,905 active cases and 3,002 recoveries. While 18 have succumbed to the virus. (ANI)

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