Joint Health Director of Tinsukia has tested positive for COVID-19.

His name is Dr. Altaf Ahmed.

As per sources, he has been admitted to Mohkhuli Hospital for treatment.

Many people who are at the forefront of fighting the battle against COVID-19 have so far got infected by the contagion.

Doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers are one of the most vulnerable groups as it is constantly at the vanguard of this protracted and taxing fight against the pandemic.