New Delhi (NVI): Former President Pranab Mukherjee’s medical condition declined this morning as he developed features of lung infection, the Army Research and Referral (RR) Hospital said today.
“There has been a decline in the medical condition of Pranab Mukherjee as he has developed features of lung infection. He continues to be on ventilatory support and is currently being managed by a team of specialists,” a statement from hospital said.
Mukherjee was admitted to Army hospital in Delhi cantonment on August 10, underwent brain surgery to remove a blood clot. He later tested positive for COVID-19.
His condition got worsened on August 11 and he had not shown signs of much improvement since then.
Earlier today, Mukherjee’s son Abhijit Mukherjee said his father’s medical condition was stable and his vital parameters continued to remain under control.
“With All Your good wishes & sincere efforts of the Doctors , my father is stable now ! His vital parameters continue to remain under control & manageable ! Positive signs of his improvement is noticed ! I request you all to pray for His speedy recovery !Folded hands,” Abhijit tweeted.
With All Your good wishes & sincere efforts of the Doctors , my father is stable now ! His vital parameters continue to remain under control & manageable ! Positive signs of his improvement is noticed ! I request you all to pray for His speedy recovery !?#PranabMukherjee
— Abhijit Mukherjee (@ABHIJIT_LS) August 19, 2020
Mukherjee was a senior Congress leader before he was elected as India’s 13th President. He served as President from July 2012 to 2017.
-RJV
