Former Deputy Prime MInister L.K. Advanl. File | Photo Credit: PTI
Former Deputy Prime Minister and veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Lal Krishna Advani was on Friday evening (October 16, 2026) admitted to Apollo Hospital after he complained of a chest infection, according to multiple media reports.
As per reports, the 98-year-old BJP leader was taken to the hospital around 7:30 p.m. on Friday (October 16, 2026) and was undergoing treatment.
In a statement issued on Saturday (October 17, 2026), Apollo Hospitals said, “Mr. Advani has been admitted to Apollo Hospitals with a chest infection. He is currently in the ICU under the care of Dr Vinit Suri, Senior Consultant – Neurology. His condition is stable, and he remains under close medical observation.”
Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda visited the Apollo Hospital at 9.30 a.m. on Saturday (October 17, 2026) to enquire about the health condition of Mr. Advani. After paying a visit, Mr. Nadda said the veteran BJP leader’s health condition is stable.
Published - October 17, 2026 12:01 pm IST