MK Stalin had tested positive on Tuesday. (file photo)
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has been admitted to a hospital in Chennai, two days after he had tested positive for COVID-19.
The Chief Minister was admitted for investigations and observation for Covid related symptoms, Kauvery Hospital said in a release.
MK Stalin had tested positive on Tuesday.
In a tweet he had then said, "There was fatigue today and following confirmation of COVID19 on testing I have isolated myself". He added "Let's all stay safe wearing mask and getting vaccinated".
Over the last few days the Chief Minister was seen without wearing mask in photographs the government had shared.
On the 11th and 12th, Mr Stalin had attended a wedding and met a group including Dravidar Kazhagam leader K Veeramani.
A few days ago - on the 8th and 9th - Mr Stalin attended government programmes in Tiruvannamalai district without wearing a mask despite the presence of large number of people there.
Later the Chief Minister was seen without mask as he inspected storm water drains work in Chengalpattu district and arrangements for the upcoming World Chess Olympiad.
PMK Chief Dr Ramadoss too is on isolation after he tested positive yesterday.
Tamil Nadu's daily Covid tally hovers around 2,000.
Yesterday the state recorded 2,269 cases, with Chennai accounting for the highest with 729 cases. Across the state there are 18,282 active cases.
Though the state has imposed a fine of Rs 200 for not wearing of mask covering mouth and nose and Rs 500 for violations physical distancing norms, people including political leaders largely violate this.
On Monday, major violation of COVID norms was reported at a key event of opposition AIADMK. Many including the party's new boss, former Chief Minister Edappadi K Palanisami were seen without mask while attending the party's General Council.