# 50-year-old man tests positive for COVID-19 in Bhubaneswar 2026-08-14T16:09:01+00:00 | Health & Science | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet A 50-year-old man from Baramunda in Bhubaneswar has tested positive for COVID-19 and is receiving treatment at a private hospital, OdishaTV reported on Friday. Hospital authorities confirmed the case and said he remains under medical observation. There is currently no indication of a widespread outbreak in Odisha, based on available information. Health authorities are expected to monitor the situation and check for further cases. Details about the possible source of infection and contact tracing have not been released. Residents have been advised to stay alert and follow basic precautions, particularly if respiratory symptoms develop. ## Coverage - odishatv.in Tags: Bhubaneswar, Covid-19, Odisha Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/50-year-old-man-tests-positive-for-covid-19-in-bhubaneswar/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/50-year-old-man-tests-positive-for-covid-19-in-bhubaneswar/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.