Chennai Corporation Commissioner Gagandeep Singh Bedi (File | EPS) 
Chennai

Family members of patients testing positive, says Chennai Corporation Commissioner

Nearly 8,000 people - more than 2,000 by Corporation and 5,000 by police - are being fined every day. People must wear masks while venturing out, the commissioner said.

Express News Service

CHENNAI: Corporation Commissioner Gagandeep Singh Bedi said a majority of people positive are relatives of Covid-19 patients. He also expressed concerns that several people are venturing out without masks.

Nearly 8,000 people - more than 2,000 by Corporation and 5,000 by police - are being fined every day. People must wear masks while venturing out, the commissioner said. “Relatives of positive patients, who have been isolated at homes, should wear masks while providing food to the person. It is advisable they wear masks even while at home. The infected person should use a separate bathroom and toilet,” Bedi said.

POCSO case: Union MoS Bandi Sanjay says son surrendered before Telangana Police

'Sack Dharmendra Pradhan now': Rahul Gandhi demands PM Modi take accountability for NEET UG paper leak

Netherlands returns Chola-era copper plates to India after three centuries abroad

Kuki group demands President’s rule in Manipur after church leaders' killings

Andhra government announces cash incentives for third, fourth child

SCROLL FOR NEXT