Ten City 42 employees contract coronavirus

JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 30 April 2020

Amir Raza Khan and nine colleagues from City 42 TV tested positive for coronavirus. They are currently receiving treatment at the Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute.

Summary

LAHORE—Senior journalist, Amir Raza Khan of City 42 TV and his nine colleagues, have tested positive for coronavirus in Lahore.

In a video posted on social media, Khan said ten staff members of City 42, including him, were admitted to Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute and Research Centre (PKLI) for treatment.

Khan expressed satisfaction over the arrangements at the quarantine center. "I am feeling well and happy with the environment and facilities provided here," he said.

Around 40 journalists in Pakistan have tested positive for coronavirus.

Key Points

Ten City 42 TV employees diagnosed with coronavirus.
Amir Raza Khan confirms he is stable and satisfied with facilities.
The affected staff is quarantined at Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute.
Approximately 40 journalists in Pakistan have tested positive.
The situation highlights ongoing health challenges in media sectors.

Relevant Topics

City 42

Coronavirus

Lahore

Journalists

Amir Raza Khan

PKLI

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