Mannan tests negative for COVID-19

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DHAKA, Oct 21, 2020 (BSS) – Planning Minister MA Mannan, who is now undergoing treatment at the Combined Military Hospital (CMH), Dhaka after being infected with Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), has been tested negative.

An official at the Planning Ministry told BSS that the COVID-19 test report of the Minister today came out to be negative.

The planning minister has no such complications except some physical weaknesses, the official said, adding he would undergo some more physical tests.

The minister also expressed gratitude to the countrymen for the good wishes and prayers for his recovery.

Earlier on October 13, the planning minister was admitted to the CMH (Dhaka) after getting infected with COVID-19 following advice from the physician.