LK Advani Hospitalized in Delhi Following Chest Infection
Senior BJP leader L.K. Advani has been admitted to Apollo Hospital in Delhi due to a chest infection. Read more on his current health status.
Veteran BJP leader and former Deputy Prime Minister L.K. Advani hospitalized in New Delhi on Friday evening after developing a chest infection. The 98-year-old statesman was admitted to the Indraprastha Apollo Hospital at approximately 7:30 PM on October 16, 2026, to receive urgent medical care for pulmonary issues.
Current Medical Status and Treatment
As of Saturday, October 17, hospital officials have confirmed that the veteran leader's condition is stable. To ensure the highest level of care, Advani is currently being treated in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), where he remains under strict observation by a dedicated medical team.
The treatment is being spearheaded by Dr. Vineet Suri, Senior Consultant for Neurology, who is working in close coordination with specialists from the hospital's pulmonary department to manage the infection and associated respiratory complications.
High-Profile Visits and Recent Activity
The health of the senior leader has drawn immediate attention from the government. Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda visited the hospital on Saturday morning to personally check on Advani's progress and inquire about his recovery status.
This health setback comes shortly after a significant meeting on October 7, 2026. On that occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had visited Advani to seek his blessings, marking the Prime Minister's milestone of completing 25 years in various government leadership roles.
Previous Health Records
While this current admission is due to an infection, L.K. Advani has a history of visiting the Indraprastha Apollo Hospital for health monitoring. Most recently, in December 2024, he was admitted to the same facility for routine medical examinations, during which his health was also reported as stable.