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President Asif Ali Zardari has tested positive for COVID-19, the President House confirmed in a statement on Wednesday.
His personal physician, Dr. Asim Hussain, conducted medical tests that confirmed the diagnosis stated that the president has been advised to remain in isolation while a medical team monitors his condition round-the-clock.
Zardari was shifted from Nawabshah to a private hospital in Karachi after experiencing health complications.
The local media stated that the president will not be attending the April 4 rally, due to his condition, while the doctors have recommended complete rest to aid his recovery.
Meanwhile, Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Memon dismissed reports suggesting that the president would be flown to Dubai for treatment.
He assured that Zardari’s health was improving and that he would recover soon.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reached out to President Zardari via phone, inquiring about his health and offering prayers for his speedy recovery.
