Bhubaneswar: A fresh case of COVID-19 has been reported in Bhubaneswar after a man who recently returned from Delhi tested positive for the virus.

As per reports, the infected individual returned to Bhubaneswar following a trip to the national capital. Upon testing positive, he was immediately placed under quarantine as a precautionary measure to prevent further spread of the infection.

The patient is currently in stable condition and is receiving necessary medical care.

"One COVID-19 case has been detected. It is a mild variant with low chances of spreading. There is no need for the public to panic. The infected person is in stable condition. The individual is currently in isolation. The Government of India has not issued any new guidelines yet. However, instructions have been given to the health Department to stay alert and monitor the situation. The Health Department is fully vigilant," said Odisha Health Department Secretary Aswathy S.

Recently, the number of COVID-19 cases has increased in Singapore, Hong Kong, East Asia, and other countries.