Kerala has best recovery rate in the country; KK Shailaja responds to Union Health Minister

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Kerala Health Minister KK Shailaja has responded to Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan's criticism against Kerala. Shailaja said that Kerala has the best recovery rate in the country and has taken strong measures in order to reduce the number of COVID deaths. According to the minister, it is important to see that people do not die of COVID-19 and Kerala has been doing that successfully.

The Union Minister spoke about the gatherings during the Onam season and this was pointed out by the Chief Minister as well. I have spoken to the Union Minister over the phone and I can say that he has not raised any criticism." the minister said.