Chennai: Forty three fresh coronavirus cases were reported in Tamilnadu today. With this, the total number of persons affected by Covid-19 in the State has reached 1,520.
Speaking to reporters in Chennai, Health Minister Vijayabaskar revealed the above figures and said tests conducted by rapid kits revealed that there was no community spread of the pandemic in Tamilnadu.
Stating that 17 persons died so far due to Covid-19, he said that 457 persons were recovered and discharged from hospitals. “A total number of 46,985 persons across the State were subjected to tests so far,” he added.
The Minister urged DMK president M K Stalin to not indulge in cheap politics and added that even the World Health Organisation has appreciated the State government’s efforts. “This is not the time for doing politics. The Leader of Opposition should understand this,” he added.