Former Finance Minister Amit Mitra Hospitalized After Testing Positive for COVID-19

Former West Bengal finance minister Amit Mitra has been hospitalized after testing positive for COVID-19 and influenza. Mitra, who has several comorbidities, is currently stable and being treated in an isolated ICU. The economist also serves as the principal chief advisor to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.

Former West Bengal finance minister Amit Mitra was hospitalized on Monday after testing positive for COVID-19, an official confirmed.

The 74-year-old, who also tested positive for influenza, is receiving treatment in an isolated intensive care unit, and his condition is being closely monitored by doctors due to his multiple comorbidities.

Mitra currently serves as the principal chief advisor to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and has been experiencing health issues for some time.