Sharad Pawar discharged from hospital; doctors advised him to rest

Senior political figure and NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar was hospitalized in a private hospital in Pune on Monday. He complained of 'pleuritic pain' (pain associated with the lung pleura).

His daughter, Baramati MLA and Executive President of NCP (SP) Supriya Sule, wrote on social media platform X that the 85-year-old Pawar was taken to Ruby Hall Clinic after developing a cough. Sule reported that medical examinations are underway and all his health indicators are stable.

Sule also wrote on X: 'Due to a cough issue, Baba was admitted to Ruby Hall Clinic in Pune. His medical tests are being conducted, and all his health parameters are stable. Thank you for your concern and wishes.' The chief cardiologist, chairman, and managing trustee of Ruby Hall Clinic, Dr. Parvez K. Grant, stated that Pawar's condition is expected to improve, and he will remain under medical observation as a precaution.

'Pleuritic pain' refers to chest pain that usually worsens when breathing, coughing, or sneezing.

Sharad Pawar's family friend, Vitthal Maniyar, provided information about his health, noting that he developed a cough which caused mild inflammation (infection) in his chest. He was taken to the hospital for examination, where all necessary medical tests were conducted. The test results did not reveal any serious or alarming problems. Doctors advised him to take medication and rest for the mild infection to pass. He is currently resting, feels completely normal, and interacts with everyone without any concerns.

Despite a decrease in Sharad Pawar's political activity compared to the past, considering his age, at 85 he remains a significant and influential figure in Maharashtra politics. On November 1, 2026, Pawar began a visit to the arid regions of Maharashtra. He met with farmers and spoke about the need to discuss the drought issue with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and central ministers.

The working director of AIIMS Gorakhpur, Major General (Retd) Vibha Datta, felt unwell on Wednesday. She was taken to a private hospital for heart examinations because the catheterization laboratory (Cath Lab) at AIIMS Gorakhpur has not yet been launched. Previously, doctors at AIIMS provided her with assistance in the emergency department, after which her condition stabilized.

Later, as a precaution, she was transferred to a private clinic where catheterization is possible. Vibha Datta was admitted to the private hospital around 5:00 PM. Doctors conducted an examination to determine if she required a pacemaker. It was determined after the check that a pacemaker was not necessary. She returned home around 8:00 PM.

According to a senior doctor at AIIMS Gorakhpur, Vibha Datta's condition stabilized after initial treatment. The doctor noted that her health is currently fine, and her visit to the private hospital was merely a preventive measure for further examinations.

This incident raised questions about why the catheterization service is not operational at AIIMS Gorakhpur. This is particularly relevant given that the institution's executive director had to seek heart examination at a private hospital. AIIMS Gorakhpur later reported that about 70 percent of the work related to launching the catheterization laboratory is complete. According to the institution, the necessary medical instruments and equipment are expected to arrive, and completion work will continue for the prompt launch of the laboratory.

In the opinion of the senior doctor at AIIMS, the catheterization laboratory is expected to start operations by December. After its launch, patients from Gorakhpur, as well as from other districts of Uttar Pradesh and neighboring states, will be able to receive necessary heart-related services and treatment within their region. These procedures include angiography and angioplasty.

The foundation stone of AIIMS Gorakhpur was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 22, 2016, as part of the Public Health Plan. After Yogi Adityanath became the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh in 2017, the pace of the project accelerated, and numerous construction obstacles were removed. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the outpatient department of AIIMS Gorakhpur on February 24, 2019, and the entire complex was grandly opened on December 7, 2021.

Currently, AIIMS Gorakhpur is focused on completing the remaining work related to the catheterization laboratory. Upon its launch, the institution's capabilities in cardiology will be strengthened, and patients will not have to travel far to receive quality treatment.