News India ICMR chief Balram Bhargava tests Covid positive, shifted to AIIMS Trauma Centre

ICMR chief Balram Bhargava tests Covid positive, shifted to AIIMS Trauma Centre

Balram Bhargava, who is also a cardiologist, is recovering well and likely to be discharged soon.

ICMR chief, Balram Bhargava, coronavirus, covid-19 Image Source : PTIIndian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Director General Balram Bhargava.

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Director General Balram Bhargava is undergoing treatment for COVID-19 at the AIIMS Trauma Centre here, official sources said on Friday.

Bhargava, who is also a cardiologist, had tested positive for coronavirus infection around 7-8 days ago and was under home isolation, they said.

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He was admitted to the AIIMS Trauma Centre, which was converted into a dedicated COVID-19 facility on December 15.

According to the sources, he is recovering well and likely to be discharged soon.

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