India, May 26 -- The recent death of an elderly man in Bengaluru who tested positive for Covid-19 has prompted the Karnataka government to intensify surveillance and testing, even as Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao clarified that the situation does not currently warrant public restrictions or alarm.

The deceased, an 84-year-old resident of Whitefield, passed away on May 17 due to multi-organ failure, according to health department officials. While a Covid-19 test taken earlier returned positive after his death, authorities noted that the man had multiple serious health conditions including heart disease, tuberculosis, and prolonged immobility following a hip replacement.

"He had several issues. So we have asked for an audit. We cannot ...