Union Minister Nitin Gadkari tests COVID-19 positive

Sept. 16: Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari was tested positive for coronavirus. In a tweet on Wednesday night, the minister wrote, “Yesterday, I was feeling weak and consulted my Doctor. During the course of my check up, I have been tested COVID 19 positive. I am at present doing well with the blessings and good wishes of all. I have isolated myself.”

He further tweeted, “I request everyone who has come in my contact to be careful and follow the protocol. Stay safe.”

I request everyone who has come in my contact to be careful and follow the protocol. Stay safe.

— Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) September 16, 2020