Vice-President Dhankhar admitted to AIIMS, PM Modi wishes speedy recovery

The vice-president is stable and under observation, a source said, adding that a group of doctors is monitoring his condition.

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar was admitted to the AIIMS here early on Sunday after complaining of uneasiness and chest pain, sources said. Dhankhar (73) was taken to the hospital around 2 am and was admitted to the critical care unit (CCU) under Dr Rajiv Narang, head cardiology at AIIMS Delhi.

The vice-president is stable and under observation, a source said, adding that a group of doctors is monitoring his condition. Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited AIIMS on Sunday afternoon and inquired about Dhankhar’s health.

In a post on X, Modi said, “Went to AIIMS and inquired about the health of Vice President Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar Ji. I pray for his good health and speedy recovery.”

Union Health Minister J P Nadda also visited AIIMS to inquire about Dhankhar’s health.