Bihar CM Nitish Kumar tests positive for Covid-19

Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday, and has isolated himself at his residence on the advice of doctors.

Earlier on January 4, the Bihar Government imposed fresh curbs by implementing a statewide night curfew from 10 pm to 5am from January 6th to 21st.

"Pre-school and 1 to 8 classes to remain close, online classes will continue. Educational institutions of classes 9-12 will function on 50 per cent capacity. Restrictions are to remain in effect from January 6 to 21," as per an order by the State Government.


"On the advice of doctors, he has isolated himself at his residence," his office said.
Earlier today, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also tested positive for Covid-19 with mild symptoms.

“I have tested positive for Corona today with mild symptoms. I am under home quarantine. I request everyone who have recently come in my contact to isolate themselves and get tested,” the defence minister wrote on Twitter.

On Sunday, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal said he had recovered from the coronavirus.

A total of 1,59,632 new coronavirus infections were reported on Sunday, according to Union Health Ministry data, the highest in 224 days. Active cases increased to 5,90,611, the highest in around 197 days.

Meanwhile, Bihar had 5,022 new Covid-19 cases on Sunday.