Ranchi:Parents of former India skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni have been hospitalised at Pulse Hospital here after testing positive for coronavirus.
CEO of the Pulse Hospital Abhishek Jha confirmed the news and said that the condition of Dhoni's parents, Paan Singh Dhoni and Devki Devi is currently stable. However, they have complained of coughing, fever and weakness.
Dhoni who is currently in Mumbai leading his IPL franchise Chennai Super Kings during the ongoing season had called up at the hospital to inquire about their health.
In view of rising COVID-19 cases, the Jharkhand government on Tuesday announced a lockdown in the state from April 22 to April 29 with some exemptions. During the lockdown, essential services will continue. Religious places will remain open but a gathering of devotees will not be allowed.
According to the state government’s order, agricultural, construction, industrial, and mining activities will be permitted during the lockdown.(UNI)