Siddaramaiah's son Yathindra tests Covid-19 positive; Wakf Board chairman dies of coronavirus

Karnataka State Wakf Board chairman Dr Mohammed Yusuf died of Covid-19 at a private hospital here on Friday.

The 65-year old was suffering from renal ailments and was undergoing treatment for the past 20 days, according to his family. He was appointed as chairman to the Board, last year.

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Congress MLA Dr Yathindra, son of Opposition Leader Siddaramaiah, tested positive for Covid-19 on Friday. He is currently under quarantine. Siddaramaiah had also tested positive during the week and is undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Bengaluru.

According to a statement issued by the hospital, Siddaramaiah's symptoms had improved since admission and he was comfortable at present.

On the health condition of Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa, who also tested positive, the hospital said that the CM was comfortable and attending to his duties from his room.