26-05-2025
Punjab's first covid case: Haryana woman tests positive in Mohali
Punjab's first Covid-19 case in recent months has come to light, with a 51-year-old woman from Yamunanagar, Haryana, testing positive at Fortis Hospital, Mohali.
The patient had travelled to Dera Beas to attend a religious gathering (satsang) where she fell down.
Her blood pressure was not coming under control. Therefore, she was referred to the Fortis Hospital, Mohali, on May 23.
Following the case, the Punjab Health Department has been placed on high alert. Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh said, 'It's JN1 variant. It's mild, it's not a serious thing. We are actively testing, and all our government hospitals are fully prepared to handle any potential surge in cases.'
Covid wards are already in place across hospitals in the state.
District Epidemiologist and nodal officer Dr Harmandeep Kaur Brar confirmed the case. 'All necessary precautions and safety protocols have been implemented. There is no need to panic,' she said.
Health officials have initiated contact tracing and are monitoring all those who may have been exposed. 'We are following standard procedures to ensure community safety,' Dr Brar added.
Doctors at Fortis Hospital reported that the woman was in stable condition and was likely to be discharged within the next 24 to 48 hours.
An advisory has also been issued to health authorities in Mohali district. Civil Surgeon Dr Sangeeta Jain said that the situation was under control and the patient was stable.
Dr Jain urged residents to follow Covid-appropriate behaviour, including avoiding outside food, washing hands frequently, using sanitisers, avoiding crowded places, and wearing masks in public gatherings.
'She had travelled with her husband to attend a Radha Soami satsang in Mohali. During her visit, she began experiencing breathing difficulties and developed a fever. Doctors conducted a Covid test, and the report came positive.'
