Apollo Hospital on Saturday stated that veteran leader LK Advani is now in stable condition following his hospitalisation for chest congestion
Published: October 17, 2026, 2:57 PM IST
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LK Advani is in stable condition at Apollo HospitalFile Image
Former Deputy Prime Minister Lal Krishna Advani was in stable condition on Saturday after being hospitalised by on Friday eveningAdvani is currently in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) under the care of Dr Vinit Suri, Senior Consultant – Neurology.
His condition is stable, and he remains under close medical observation, the hospital saidAdvani, one of the senior-most leaders of the BJP, has played a significant role in Indian politics over several decades.
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His hospitalisation has prompted messages of concern and wishes for his speedy recovery from political leaders across the countryEarlier in the day, Union Health Minister JP Nadda visited Advani at Apollo Hospital and enquired about his health.
Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha, expressed concern over Advani’s hospitalisation and extended his wishes for the veteran leader’s recovery in a post on X.
“Deeply concerned to learn of the hospitalisation of our revered statesman, senior BJP leader and former Deputy Prime Minister, Shri Lal Krishna Advani Ji, due to a chest infectionMay Mahaprabhu Shri Jagannath bestow upon him strength, resilience, and swift recovery, so that he may continue to inspire the nation with his wisdom and guidance,” Odisha deputy CM wrote.
Advani is regarded as one of the prominent figures in the BJP’s political history and has held several key positions during his long public career, including serving as India’s Deputy Prime MinisterNadda’s visit to the hospital reflects the concern among party leaders regarding Advani’s health.
As the 98-year-old continues to receive medical care, his supporters and well-wishers are hoping for his recoveryHis reported stable condition has offered reassurance amid concerns surrounding his hospitalisation.
