Vijayabaskar said that the research using the Covishield and Covaxin in the government hospitals in Tamil Nadu showed no adverse effects to any of the people.
The schools will be resumed for classes 10 and 12 from January 19 with the view of the welfare of these students to prepare for the upcoming board exams.
Along with the resumption of classes for 10 and 12, the government has also permitted the schools to resume the hostels for these students from January 19.
Though the government has blocked the 100% seating capacity, it has permitted the theaters and multiplexes to screen additional shows along with the usual schedule.
The government said that it will take a final decision to re-opening the schools for classes 10 and 12 after the Pongal holidays based on the opinions of parents.