Rahul Gandhi tests positive for Covid-19

NEW DELHI, 20 Apr: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday said he has tested positive for Covid-19 and has mild symptoms.

“After experiencing mild symptoms, I’ve just tested positive for Covid,” the 50-year-old posted on Twitter.

“All those who’ve been in contact with me recently, please follow all safety protocols and stay safe,” he wrote.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished him a speedy recovery.

“I pray for the good health and quick recovery of Lok Sabha MP Shri Rahul Gandhi ji,” he tweeted.

A number of Congress leaders, including former prime minister Manmohan Singh and Rajya Sabha MP Anand Sharma, have tested positive for Covid-9 and are admitted in hospitals.

Singh is admitted in the AIIMS in Delhi. (PTI)