"Yesterday I tested COVID positive. I have mild symptoms and I am in Home Isolation, following all Covid protocols and guidelines. Those who came in contact with me are requested to take necessary action accordingly," the Assam Minister tweeted.
On the other hand, Lok Sabha MP from Guwahati Queen Ojha tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday. This was informed by the MP herself through her Twitter handle.
Omicron has brought new challenges, including overloading public health systems, even if - as many scientists say - it leads to less severe illness than the earlier Delta variant