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Former PM Manmohan Singh admitted to AIIMS, Cong leaders wish speedy recovery
The veteran Congress leader had earlier been admitted to the premier hospital after testing positive for coronavirus in April this year.
Former Prime Minister and veteran Congress leader Manmohan Singh was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi on Wednesday.
AIIMS officials later said the senior Congress functionary was being checked for fever, adding that condition was stable.
In a tweet from its official handle, the Congress said, “The nation collectively prays for the speedy recovery & good health of our dear former Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh.”
Punjab chief minister Charanjit Singh Channi wrote, “Praying for quick recovery and good health of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji who has been admitted to AIIMS.”
An NDTV report said Singh had been complaining of fever since Tuesday, adding that his condition was stable at the moment and he was being administered vital fluids.
Earlier, a Congress spokesperson wrote on Twitter that he was only undergoing routine treatment and his condition was stable.
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Pranav Jha, All India Congress Committee (AICC) secretary, said, “There are some unsubstantiated rumours with regards to former PM, Dr Manmohan Singh ji’s health. His condition is stable. He is undergoing routine treatment. We will share any updates as needed. We thank our friends in media for their concern.”
The 89-year-old leader had earlier been admitted to the premier hospital after testing positive for coronavirus in April this year. The two-time Prime Minister marked his birthday on September 26.
Last year too, the widely renowned economist had received treatment at AIIMS after complaining of uneasiness.
