An MLA of the ruling YSR Congress on Monday tested positive for coronavirus in Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh. This is the first such case in the state where a legislator contracted the virus.
His personal security officer also was infected with the virus, sources here said.
Recently, the MLA returned from a trip to the US and remained in self-isolation for a few days. Later, during tests he was confirmed positive for Covid- 19, sources added. His gunman also simultaneously tested positive.
Last week, the MLAattended the Budget session of the Legislature in Amaravati.
Published 22 June 2020, 17:55 IST