Chennai

Veteran Tamil film director, Bharathiraja, who was admittedto a private hospital after having tested positive for Covid-19, has nowcompletely recovered and returned home.

In a statement on Monday, Bharathiraja said, "I was in a hospital for aweek after having tested positive for Covid-19. I was given intense treatmentunder the direct supervision of my friend Natesan and have completely recoveredand returned home."

"My heartfelt thanks go to Natesan and to the other doctors and nurses ofBharathiraja hospital who aided in my treatment. I also wish to thank the TamilNadu government and its doctors and corporation workers."

The Director also thanked friends, directors and other film industryprofessionals, who had constantly kept enquiring about his well being and alsoexpressed his gratitude to political leaders and the media.

"I humbly request the people to continue wearing masks and practise socialdistancing in public places," the Director added.