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TN governor Purohit tests positive for Covid-19; advised home isolation

Purohit had earlier gone on seven-day self-isolation on July 29 based on doctor's advice after three people in the Raj Bhavan tested positive for coronavirus

Newly appointed Tamil Nadu Governor Banwarilal Purohit being greeted by Chief Minister K Palaniswami (L) after he was administered the oath of office at a ceremony at the Raj Bhavan in Chennai. (Photo: PTI)
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Tamil Nadu Governor Banwarilal Purohit being greeted by Chief Minister K Palaniswami (L)

Press Trust of India Chennai
Tamil Nadu Governor Banwarilal Purohit has tested positive for Covid-19, but advised home isolation since his infection was mild, a city-based private hospital said on Sunday.

The 80-year old Purohit was on self-isolation since July 29 after three people in the Raj Bhavan tested positive for the coronavirus.

A bulletin issued by the Kauvery Hospital where the Governor underwent further tests on Sunday said he has been advised home isolation and a medical team would monitor him.

Purohit "tested positive for Covid-19," hospital Executive Director Dr Aravindan Selvaraj said in the bulletin.

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