Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) Sharad Pawar quarantined himself at home on Monday, after he tested positive for Covid-19.
Taking to twitter, 81-year-old Pawar said: “I have tested Covid positive but there is no cause for concern. I am following the treatment as suggested by my doctor. I request all those who have been in contact with me in the past few days to get themselves tested and take all necessary precautions”. Interacting with the media separately, NCP spokesperson Nawab Malik said that Pawar had cancelled all his programmes for the next seven days. “After he tests negative, the cancelled programmes will be re-scheduled,” Malik said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called Pawar and enquired about the latter’s health. “Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji called to enquire about my health. I am thankful for his concern and good wishes,” the NCP chief said.
Later in the evening, Pawar thanked all those who wished him and prayed for his speedy recovery. “I am in good health and taking all the necessary precautions as advised by my doctor. Thank you for your prayers and good wishes for a speedy recovery,” the NCP chief tweeted.