Lata Mangeshkar tests COVID-19 positive; admitted in the ICU

India has seen a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases over the past couple of weeks. Several celebrities have also tested positive for the virus. And now, Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar has also contracted the virus. She has been admitted to the ICU due to COVID-19. 

Rachna, Lata Mangeshkar’s niece, confirmed that the singer has been diagnosed as COVID-19 positive and has mild symptoms. Considering her age, the 92-year-old singer has been kept under observation.

"She is mild Covid positive. Considering her age, doctors advised us that she should be in the ICU because she requires constant care. And we cannot take a chance. As a family, we want the best and want to ensure she has 24X7 care,” Rachana said.

“She will be fine. But it is going to take a while because of her age. And also, COVID-19 takes seven days …,” she added.

Recently, India has seen a massive surge in increased COVID-19 cases. And now, with the threat of new variants like Omicron, the danger is more severe.

On Monday, India registered a total of 1,68,000 positive cases. With an alarming rise in cases, several state governments have announced strict restrictions and implemented partial lockdowns. The trends are also indicating the third wave in India.

We wish for the speedy recovery of the nightingale of India.

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