Satya Mohan Joshi tests negative for COVID-19

KATHMANDU, Feb 9: Centenary person Dr Satya Mohan Joshi has tested negative for COVID-19. Swab sample of Joshi, who is undergoing treatment at Kist Hospital, was sent for a PCR test on Tuesday.

Cultural expert, Dr Joshi was admitted to Kist Medical College on Tuesday due to respiratory problems. According to the report of the echocardiography, which was done last evening, he has some heart related problems.

According to the statement issued by the hospital, Dr Joshi is suffering from pneumonia. The hospital administration has stated that he is currently undergoing treatment.