PM Narendra Modi (L) and UK PM Boris Johnson (Photo| Twitter and AP) 
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You're a fighter, will overcome this: PM Modi after Boris Johnson tests positive for coronavirus

He said he prays for his good health and extends best wishes in ensuring a healthy UK.

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NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday described British premier Boris Johnson as a "fighter" and hoped he recovers from coronavirus infection. "Dear PM @BorisJohnson, you're a fighter and you will overcome this challenge as well," Modi tweeted.

He said he prays for his good health and extends best wishes in ensuring a healthy UK. Johnson said on Friday that he has tested positive for coronavirus after experiencing mild symptoms and is now self-isolating at 10 Downing Street in line with the medical advice.

"I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government's response via video-conference as we fight this virus," he said.

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