UT Khader goes into self-quarantine

Mangaluru, Aug 02: Mangaluru MLA and former Minister U T Khader has gone into self-quarantine.

Khader had accompanied KPCC president D K Shivakumar during his visit to Dakshina Kannada on Friday and Saturday. Ivan D’Souza too had participated in these events.

“Have gone into self-quarantine with immediate effect after receiving the news about COVID-19 positive test of Former MLC Ivan D’Souza and his wife Dr. Kavitha,” Khader tweeted.

“Being COVID in charge DK district task force committee, I am one among Ivan’s primary contact,” he said.

He added that he would discharge his duties from home for the next few days. 

“I appeal to all my colleagues and friends who may have come in contact with us in the last few days to get tested for COVID-19,” he added.’

Khader wished a speedy recovery to Ivan, his Wife Dr. Kavitha, and all those who are infected with COVID-19.

“My humble appeal to the people. “Say no to panic,” “Yes to precautions!” Early detection is the best prevention. Let us together defeat COVID-19,” he tweeted.