Veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Deputy Prime Minister of India, LK Advani, 97, was discharged from Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in Delhi on Wednesday. He had been admitted on December 15 for medical management and investigations.
Key Details:
- Hospitalization Timeline: Advani was under the care of Dr. Vinit Suri in the ICU since December 12. Following gradual improvement in his condition, he was shifted out of the ICU before being discharged.
- Past Medical Visits: The BJP stalwart had been admitted to Indraprastha Apollo Hospital earlier this year in August and July for routine check-ups and brief stays. He also underwent observation at AIIMS earlier in the year.
- Recognitions: Advani was conferred with the Bharat Ratna by President Droupadi Murmu in March 2024 for his significant contributions to Indian politics.
- Background: Born on November 8, 1927, in Karachi (now in Pakistan), Advani joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in 1942 and later played a pivotal role in shaping the BJP. He served as BJP president across multiple terms, notably from 1986 to 1990 and 1993 to 1998.
Advani’s gradual recovery and discharge come as a relief to his admirers and the political community, marking another milestone in the life of one of India’s most influential leaders.
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