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What happened to Dr. Karmugilan in the story? - English

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What happened to Dr. Karmugilan in the story?

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Dr. Karumugilan served the people who were infected with dengue. Finally, he was also affected by the disease and died.

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Chapter 3.1: The Guardians of the Nation - Let us understand [Page 131]

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Samacheer Kalvi English - Term 1 Class 5 TN Board
Chapter 3.1 The Guardians of the Nation
Let us understand | Q C. 5. | Page 131

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