Wayanad, June 9 -- Keralam Minister T Siddique on Tuesday said that the Shigella outbreak reported in parts of the state is "under control", with steps to manage the situation being initiated.

Speaking to reporters, Siddique said that institutions where the cases are associated are under strict supervision and steps are being taken to increase public awareness.

"The current situation is completely under control. Twelve institutions that have links to the relatives of students studying elsewhere have also been identified. Necessary measures to manage the situation have been initiated, and investigations have begun across these 12 institutions, one of which is outside Wayanad, while the remaining 11 are within the district. All required s...