Vegetable Vendor in Velachery Test Positive; More COVID-19 Cases Being Reported From South Chennai!

For the third time in a row, Chennai reported its highest rise all across the state with more than 300 cases. Most of the cases have a connection with the Koyambedu market, which is now the largest hotspot in Tamil Nadu. 

Taking a look at the rise in the city, most are from  Royapuram, Tiru Vi Ka Nagar and Kodambakkam zones. Surprisingly, they all have crossed 300 cases.

As per a New Indian Express report, a 40-year-old vegetable vendor in Velachery’s AL Mudali street has been tested positive. He and his father had been travelling to the Koyambedu market for purchasing vegetables. 

Meanwhile, a Corporation official said, “He had been selling vegetables in areas near AL Mudali street. We have asked him for the route he usually takes and are in the process of tracing further contacts."

This is the first cases to be reported in the Velachery area. Also, 11 other members of the vendor’s family tested positive. 

Looking at Chennai's recent stats, Tiru Vi Ka Nagar leads with 395 cases; as most of the cases have been reported following a prayer meeting which was held in Pulianthope ward.