Former prime minister HD Deve Gowda, wife test positive for COVID-19

Bengaluru: Former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda on Wednesday said he and his wife Chennamma have tested positive for COVID-19. “My wife Chennamma and I have tested positive for COVID- 19. We are self-isolating along with other family members,” the 87-year-old JD(S) patriarch tweeted. “I request all those who came in contact with us over the last few days to get themselves tested. I request party workers and well-wishers not to panic,” he added. Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa has wished for the speedy recovery of the former prime minister and his wife.