Forest minister and COVID-19 in charge for Ballari District, Minister Anand Singh has been tested positive for COVID-19.
The tests samples were taken on Friday and the reports came as positive last night.
The infection could not be traced. However, Mr. Anand Singh’s car driver was infected a few days ago and the old residence at Ranipet was then sealed.
As it is an asymptomatic case, it is learned that he will be treated at his residence in Hospet.
The minister had a meeting with doctors and hotel owners in the city on Sunday. The meeting was attended by officials, doctors, hotel owners and journalists.
Those who attended the meeting should come to the hospital for a check-up
A doctor from the government hospital said.