Kerala which was on its way to “coronavirus mukth” State suffered a set back on Thursday as 26 persons tested positive for the pandemic in various districts. On Wednesday 10 persons had tested positive in the State.
Out of the 26 persons tested positive on Thursday, seven were those who returned to the State from abroad as part of the Vande Bharat Mission, said CM Pinarayi Vijayan in his daily press briefing. “Those who tested positive for covid-19 on Thursday include 14 persons who reached the State from other parts of India. There are some news which bring relief to the State like the reduction in the number of hotspots. There are only 15 hotspots in the State as on date,” said Vijayan.
He also cautioned the people about the protocol to be observed in the State in the backdrop of coronavirus being a reality for months to come. “The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that there wont be a scenario free of coronavirus. Hence, we have to make certain amendments in our daily life. The masks have to be made a part of our daily life. We have to plan our social life by ensuring that we would not crowd public places. Please make sure that we avoid all unnecessary journeys as well as social gatherings,” said Vijayan.
The most important announcement made by the CM was with regard to the reforms to be made in the social life. “When we intend to visit restaurants and shopping malls, please ensure that we get a time slot from these establishments which would lessen crowding in the places. In future also, be careful about our daily routines. Bear in mind that the shadow of coronavirus is present everywhere in our life,” said Vijayan.