The Nipah virus cases causing 17 death had stunned the Kozhikode city and nearby places. 17 people have died including 3 in nearby Malappuram district. No new cases have been intimated for the last about one week. The stunned city is slowly coming back. But the state government and the health authorities are taking all steps to contain the onslaught.

The health authorities are fully prepared for any fresh cases which will be reported. All the present arrangements will continue for some more time.