Odisha BJP president Samir Mohanty tests COVID-19 positive

Bhubaneswar: President of Odisha unit of the BJP Samir Mohanty has tested positive for COVID-19, he informed today.

Due to COVID-19 symptoms, Mohanty underwent the test and tested positive for the virus. He has been admitted to AIIMS-Bhubaneswar. His condition was stated to be stable.

Mohanty urged those who came in contact with him recently to isolate themselves and undergo COVID-19 test, if necessary.

Due to symptoms of Corona, I went for the test and found positive. I am doing well, but as per the advice of doctors I got hospitalized and under treatment. I request to all who have come in contact with me in past few days to kindly isolate and conduct test if necessary.

— Samir Mohanty (@SamirMohantyBJP) September 14, 2020