President Dr Arif Alvi on Thursday said that he had tested positive for the COVID-19 for the second time.

“I have tested positive for Covid-19 again. Had a sore throat since four to five days and was getting better. Felt mildly feverish for a few hours two nights ago. No other symptoms,” the president said on Twitter.

President Alvi in his tweet also urged the people to take precautions and follow the COVID-19 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).


“Friends, please resume precautions and follow SOPs,” he said.

The president earlier tested positive for COVID-19 in March 2021.

Punjab Health Minister Dr. Yasmin Rashid had also tested positive for novel coronavirs on Wednesday.