Death toll in suspected Chikungunya climbs to 46

Alappuzha, Sep 29 (UNI) The death toll in the suspected Chikungunya outbreak in the Cherthala taluk here has gone up to 46, with four more deaths being reported today.

While Mary Laya (8), daughter of Yesudas of Cherthala panchayat, and Narayani (78) of Vayalar panchayat died at the Medical College Hospital at Alappuzha, whereas Thankappan (67) and Karunakaran (68) of Pattanakkad panchayat died at the Cherthala taluk hospital.

Meanwhile, leader of the Opposition Oommen Chandy today visited the Cherthala taluk hospital and the house of Mary Laya at Arthunkal.

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