ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday wished former Indian premier Manmohan Singh a speedy recovery from COVID-19.
PM Khan in a tweet wrote, “Wishing ex Indian PM Manmohan Singh a speedy recovery from Covid 19”.
Wishing ex Indian PM Manmohan Singh a speedy recovery from Covid 19.
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) April 20, 2021
The octogenarian Congress leader Singh was diagnosed with the novel coronavirus on Monday. He has been admitted to All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Trauma Centre in New Delhi.
Earlier today, Indian politician Rahul Gandhi tested positive for coronavirus amid deteriorating health situation in the country due to second wave of the pandemic.
The member of Indian National Congress party in a tweet said, “After experiencing mild symptoms, I’ve just tested positive for COVID”.
“All those who’ve been in contact with me recently, please follow all safety protocols and stay safe,” he added.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also prayed for the speedy recovery of his political rival. “I pray for the good health and quick recovery of Lok Sabha MP Shri Rahul Gandhi,” he tweeted.
According to Indian health ministry, the country reported a record rise in coronavirus cases of 273,810, taking total number of infections beyond 15 million, as it is battling with second wave of the virus.
India recorded 1,619 death from the COVID-19 during last 24 hours while its total death toll has surged to 178,769.
India is at the fourth place after the United States, Brazil and Mexico to record highest death due to virus.
