A close aide of Bappi Lahiri's issued a statement and informed fans that the singer-composer had tested positive for COVID 19. Later, the fans were told that he was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital post-testing COVID 19 positive.
In the past few weeks, there has been a great surge in the COVID 19 cases especially in Maharashtra and many big celebs from Bollywood also have contracted the virus. Now, singer Bappi Lahiri also has fallen prey to COVID 19, following which he was quickly admitted to the hospital.His spokesperson informed that the senior composer had taken all necessary precautions to avoid catching the virus.
The statement reads, "Despite utmost precautions, unfortunately, Mr. Bappi Lahiri has tested positive for Covid 19. He is under very good & expert care at the Breach Candy Hospital."
His family has urged people that all those who came in contact with him to get themselves tested. "Bappi dada’s family requests All those who came in contact with him in the recent past should get themselves tested as a precautionary measure," the statement reads.
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The statement also showed concerns for all fans and well-wishers to stay healthy amid the tough times and also to pray for singers speedy recovery, "He seeks blessings & wishes of his fans, friends & everyone from India & abroad. On behalf of Bappi Da, we are passing his message to all his well-wishers and fans to stay healthy, stay blessed".
In past days we have seen many Bollywood celebs catching covid even after following all guidelines. This is a matter of great concern now. From the industry, Bappi Lahiri, Kartik Aaryan, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Vikrant Massey have tested COVID positive in recent days. Out of this concern, Maharashtra government has imposed a night curfew in the state and has urged people to follow social distancing or the worsening condition may lead to lockdown.