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Engro employees who were earlier in contact with the victim test negative for Covid-19

Engro Corporation Limited in its latest Press Release has informed that the employees who were in contact with their colleague affected by the COVID-19 ، undertook the lab test and tested negative for the virus.

“On Tuesday (March 11), a few Engro employees who were in contact with their colleague affected by the Coronavirus COVID-19 – undertook the lab test. Results show that all of them have tested negative for the COVID-19 and they have been given a clear bill of health by doctors” the press release said.

“The Engro employee who earlier tested positive for the virus is doing well at a local medical facility. The Engro team has been in close touch with the doctors and his family and is extending all possible support” it added.

As communicated earlier, Engro offices at The Harbour Front Building shall resume on Monday, March 16, 2020. Employees will continue to work from home till then. In the interim, all Engro floors at the building will be deep cleaned and disinfected.  All other necessary precautions and actions are being taken by the Company to ensure the health and safety of its employees within the building and beyond.
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