Agriculture Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage said he was tested positive for COVID19.

Aluthmagage said on his Facebook that he underwent a test following a "severe headache".

The Minister is currently in isolation along with his family members. He has also requested all officials interacted with him in the last few days to take safety measures.

Meanwhile, Minister Udaya Gammanpila has also isolated after several officials attached to his ministry tested positive for the premises.

The ministry premises has been temporarily closed down for disinfection.