46 in Ettumanoor Market test positive for COVID-19, 67 samples tested, high alert in Kottayam

ETTUMANOOR: The increase in the transmission of COVID-19 in Kottayam has become a cause for concern. 46 people were confirmed of the virus in the antigen test conducted at the vegetable market in Ettumanoor. Of the 67 samples tested, 46 tested positive.

With this, the authorities are worried that Ettumanoor will become the largest cluster in the district. As Ettumanoor is the largest vegetable market in the area, the health department reviewed that it could have an impact in the neighbouring panchayats as well. In the wake of it, the district administration has imposed strict restrictions at Ettumanoor and nearby panchayats.