New Delhi, January 12: Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has tested positive for COVID-19 and is in home quarantine.

In a tweet, he said he has "mild symptoms" and is under home quarantine. India Reports 1,94,720 New COVID-19 Cases, 442 Deaths in Past 24 Hours; Active Coronavirus Caseload Increases To 9,55,319.

"I have tested positive for Covid 19 today with mild symptoms. Following all the necessary protocols, I have isolated myself and I am under home quarantine. I request all those who have come in contact with me to isolate themselves and get tested," Gadkari said in a social media post.

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