Moodbidri: Mulky-Moodbidri MLA Umanath Kotian has tested positive for COVID-19. He is the latest people’s representative to contract the infectious disease.

The development was confirmed by the BJP MLA himself who posted the details on his Twitter handle @KotianUmanath.

Informing that he has tested positive and is under treatment, Kotian said that he is confident of making a full recovery and returning to the service of his constituents.

“I have tested the Covid-19 and the report has been positive. I’m getting treatment right now. With God’s grace and your blessings, I will be able to make a speedy recovery and I am confident that I can return to your service,” he wrote.