Before announcing a lockdown in Delhi earlier this month, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal had met with Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal.

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal has tested positive for COVID-19. He tweeted that he had isolated himself at home.

“I have tested positive for COVID with mild symptoms. Have isolated myself since the onset of symptoms and all those who were in contact with me have been tested. Will continue to function and monitor the situation in Delhi from my residence,” Mr Baijal wrote.

Mr Baijal has held several meetings over the past few days to discuss the Covid situation in Delhi.

Before announcing a lockdown in Delhi on April 19, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal had met with the Lieutenant Governor.

“Praying for your speedy recovery and good health, sir,” tweeted Mr Kejriwal.

Mr Baijal had yesterday asked for a report from Delhi Chief Secretary Vijay Dev on preps for the vaccination of those above 18, scheduled to start nationwide tomorrow.

This was his first move since a new law that gives the Lieutenant Governor more powers than the elected government in the city came into force earlier this week.

The amended law says the Delhi “government” means the Lieutenant Governor.