Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin hospitalized two days after testing Covid-19 positive

MK Stalin, 69, has been admitted for investigations and observation for Covid-19-related symptoms, the statement from the Chennai hospital read.

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New Delhi: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, who tested positive for Covid-19 on July 12, has been admitted to a hospital in Chennai on Thursday (July 14, 2022). The 69-year-old politician has been admitted for investigations and observation for Covid-19-related symptoms, the statement from the hospital read.

MK Stalin on Tuesday said that he has tested positive for Covid-19 and has isolated himself.

"Today, I experienced mild fatigue. When tested, the result was positive for COVID-19. I have hence isolated myself," he said.

The DMK leader had appealed to the people to wear face masks, ensure appropriate vaccination and be safe.

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