ATAGI's decision was revealed at National Cabinet yesterday (Feb 10th).
Although only intended so far for domestic use, some state premiers have already indicated they may expand it to include overseas travellers.
Kulasegaram Sanchayan reports in Tamil with a feature written by Brooke Young.
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