Arvind Kejriwal's wife tests Covid-19 positive, Delhi CM under self-isolation

Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal’s wife Sunita Kejriwal on Tuesday tested positive for coronavirus disease (Covid-19) and is being treated under home isolation as of now, officials said.

The chief minister has also isolated himself. Earlier in the day, Kejriwal appealed to people to stay at home during the six-day lockdown in Delhi, which came into effect on Monday night and said the decision was taken in view of their health and safety.

"The lockdown in Delhi has started today. This decision has been taken in view of your health and safety. Kindly cooperate with the government and stay home to keep safe from the infection," Kejriwal tweeted.