New Delhi, October 17, 2026: Veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Deputy Prime Minister Lal Krishna Advani, 98, has been admitted to Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in Delhi with a chest infection. Hospital officials said he was brought in at around 7:30 pm on Friday, October 16, and remains under medical observation. His condition has been described as stable.
Admitted Under Pulmonary Department
Advani has been placed under the care of the hospital’s pulmonary department. Doctors are conducting medical investigations and monitoring his response to treatment.
Hospital officials have said that his condition remains stable as treatment continues.
Reports of ICU Monitoring
Some media reports have indicated that Advani is being monitored in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). However, his condition has continued to be described as stable in the initial reports.
Doctors are keeping a close watch on his health, taking into account his age and the respiratory infection.
Hospitalised on Friday Evening
The BJP veteran was admitted to the Delhi hospital on the evening of October 16 after developing symptoms of a chest infection.
He is undergoing treatment while doctors assess the severity of the infection and determine the appropriate course of care.
Condition Reported as Stable
There have been no confirmed reports of a major deterioration in Advani’s condition. Medical teams are continuing to monitor his health, and further updates are expected as his treatment progresses.
Previous Hospital Admission in 2026
Advani was also admitted to Apollo Hospital in May 2026 for age-related health complications. He was discharged after a brief hospital stay, according to media reports.
Earlier ICU Admission in 2024
In December 2024, Advani was admitted to Apollo Hospital’s ICU for medical management and investigations. At the time, reports indicated that his condition was stable and gradually improving.
A Senior Figure in BJP’s History
Advani is one of the most prominent figures in the history of the Bharatiya Janata Party. He served as the party’s president on multiple occasions and played a significant role in expanding its national political presence during the 1980s and 1990s.
His political career spans several decades and includes key roles in the party’s organisational development and the Union government.
Served as India’s Deputy Prime Minister
Advani served as India’s Deputy Prime Minister from 2002 to 2004 under Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He also held the post of Union Home Minister and occupied several other senior positions in the government.
Role in the Ram Rath Yatra
Advani’s 1990 Ram Rath Yatra was a defining episode in the BJP’s political history. The campaign played a major role in the party’s expansion and became a significant event in modern Indian politics.
Conferred Bharat Ratna in 2024
Advani was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian honour, in 2024. He had previously received the Padma Vibhushan in 2015 in recognition of his contribution to public life.
Doctors Continue to Monitor His Health
The immediate focus remains on Advani’s recovery from the chest infection. He continues to receive medical care, with doctors assessing his condition and determining the next steps in treatment.
Further updates are expected from the hospital or his family as more information becomes available.
Source – Apollo Hospital, The Indian Express, Hindustan Times, NDTV
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