Gurugram (Haryana) [India], Aug 15 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer and Uttar Pradesh Minister Chetan Chauhan's condition is critical as he is admitted to Medanta Hospital in Gurugram for treatment after testing positive for COVID-19, said hospital on Saturday.

"Former cricketer and UP Minister Chetan Chauhan is admitted to Medanta Hospital in Gurugram. His condition is stated to be critical. He had tested positive for COVID-19," said Medanta Hospital, Gurgaon.

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On August 2, Union Home Minister Amit Shah was admitted to Medanta Hospital for treatment after testing positive for COVID-19. Shah on Friday said he has tested negative for COVID-19 and he will stay in home isolation for a few more days on the advice of doctors. (ANI)

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