Modi extends best wishes to Covid-19 positive UK counterpart

New Delhi, March 27 Soon after his UK counterpart Boris Johnson on Friday revealed that he had tested positive for Covid-19, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took extended his wishes for his speedy recovery.

"Dear PM Boris Johnson, You're a fighter and you will overcome this challenge as well. Prayers for your good health and best wishes in ensuring a healthy UK," Modi said in a tweet.

Earlier in the day, Johnson had tweeted, "Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus."

He added that he had gone into self-isoLation and would be working from home.

( With inputs from IANS )