Former Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, has been admitted to the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi. The 74-year-old leader was hospitalised on Monday following medical advice after he experienced two episodes of unconsciousness earlier this month.
Details of the Health Scare
Official sources revealed that the incident occurred on January 10, when Dhankhar suffered "two bouts of unconsciousness" while visiting the washroom. This alarming event prompted a scheduled check-up at AIIMS, where doctors, after evaluation, strongly recommended immediate admission for a comprehensive battery of tests.
"Today, he had gone to AIIMS for a routine checkup when the doctors insisted that he should get admitted for further tests," an official familiar with the matter stated. As part of the diagnostic process, Dhankhar is scheduled to undergo an MRI scan to ascertain the underlying cause of the fainting spells.
A History of Similar Episodes
This is not the first time the former Vice President has faced such health challenges. The official pointed out that Dhankhar has blacked out on multiple occasions in the past. These incidents occurred in various locations across the country, including during his tenure as Vice President.
Notable instances include episodes in the Rann of Kutch, Uttarakhand, Kerala, and the national capital, New Delhi, often while he was attending public events. This pattern of health concerns ultimately led to his decision to step down from the high-profile constitutional post.
Resignation Citing Health Grounds
The hospitalization follows Dhankhar's significant political decision earlier this year. On July 21, he formally resigned from the position of Vice President of India. In his resignation, he explicitly cited health grounds as the primary reason for his departure from office.
His admission to AIIMS underscores the ongoing nature of these health issues. The medical team at the premier institute is now conducting a thorough examination to diagnose the condition and recommend an appropriate course of treatment. The nation awaits updates on the health of the former Vice President, who served from 2022 until his resignation last year.
