Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Muthuvel Karunanidhi (MK) Stalin had earlier tested positive for COVID-19 and today was hospitalized in a private hospital in Chennai.
MK Stalin is the son of the former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi and has been the president of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party since 28 August 2018.
The DMK chief was admitted for “investigation and observation for COVID-19-related symptoms”. Said reports, two days after the CM had informed of his infection.
Kauvery Hospital in Chennai issued a statement confirming the same.
Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi wished CM Stalin a speedy recovery after learning of his infection.
“I learnt with utmost concern that you have tested positive for Covid-19. You have been a dynamic public leader with significant public contact making you vulnerable to this contagion. I pray for your sound health and speedy recovery”. Governor Ravi wrote in a letter to MK Stalin.
Former CM O Panneerselvam also wished MK Stalin a speedy recovery tweeting that he prayed to almighty god for the CM’s quick recovery so his work for the people continues.
மாண்புமிகு தமிழ்நாடு முதலமைச்சர் @CMOTamilnadu திரு.மு.க.ஸ்டாலின் அவர்களுக்கு கொரோனா தொற்று உறுதி செய்யப்பட்டுள்ள செய்தி அறிந்தேன். @mkstalin அவர்கள் கொரோனா பாதிப்பிலிருந்து விரைந்து பூரண நலம் பெற்று மக்கள் பணியைத் தொடர, எல்லாம் வல்ல இறைவனை பிரார்த்திக்கிறேன்.
— O Panneerselvam (@OfficeOfOPS) July 13, 2022
Puducherry Chief Minister N Rangasamy also shared his message in a letter: “I pray to the Almighty that you recover fast from the infection and return to serve the people