DMK president M.K. Stalin advised the deputation of IAS officers to the districts of to ensure quality treatment to COVID-19 patients, if their numbers increase. He is set to stake claim to form the next government in Tamil Nadu. Before taking the oath he said that the officer should be appointed to monitor availability of beds, medicines, oxygen and medical professionals.
According to a press release, Mr. Stalin held a meeting with Chief Secretary Rajiv Ranjan, Health Secretary J. Radhakrishnan, DGP Tripathy and other senior officials in Chennai. He made a strong case for proper implementation of new COVID-19 lockdown regulations as this alone could control the spread of the disease.
He also obtained details about measures taken to control the disease, the availability of beds, oxygen and medicine. and advised officials to ensure that people get medical facilities without any let-up.
