Himachal Pradesh BJP MLA from Indora, Reeta Devi, has tested positive for the novel coronavirus on the first day of the monsoon session of the state assembly here on Monday, Speaker Vipin Parmar said.
Mr Parmar told PTI the MLA's COVID-19 test was done at the dispensary set up in the Assembly complex itself.
The MLA, Reeta Devi, told PTI over the phone that she attended the Assembly session before her COVID-19 test was conducted on Monday evening, but maintained physical distance from other legislators in the Assembly complex.
-
-
World-Class Chefs, Food And Music: The Fun Side Of NDTV World Summit 2026 -
AI, Consciousness And Dharma: Why Ancient Indian Wisdom Matters Now -
NDTV World Summit: What To Expect From PM Modi's Keynote Address -
NDTV World Summit 2026: What To Watch Out For | PM Modi, Jaishankar, AI And Global Power Shifts -
A World Between Orders: What To Expect At NDTV World Summit 2026 -
Who Is Rajiv Mehta? Lilavati Hospital Trustee To Speak At NDTV World Summit 2026 -
Alain Ebobisse, Africa50 CEO, To Attend NDTV World Summit 2026. All About Him -
Kriti Sanon At NDTV World Summit: A Look At Her Career And Business Ventures -
Ex-CIA Director To Decode 'War In Times Of AI' At NDTV World Summit -
Who Is Vikram Rai, CEO, South Asia GE Aerospace, Set To Attend The NDTV World Summit 2026
Mr Parmar said the area where Reeta Devi sat in the Assembly would be disinfected according to the standard operating procedure.
The MLA will be sent to a COVID-19 care centre as per the advice of medical experts, the Assembly Speaker added.
Track Latest News Live on NDTV.com and get news updates from India and around the world
