Congress Leader Sonia Gandhi Hospitalised In Shimla

Shimla: Sonia Gandhi, Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson, was on Saturday rushed to Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital (IGMC) in Shimla. According to reports, she was taken to the hospital after her health deteriorated. According to Naresh Chauhan, Principal Advisor (Media) to Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister, she was brought in for a routine health check-up due to some minor health issues. 

Chauhan stated that she was being examined by doctors, and her condition was said to be stable.

According to the hospital administration, Sonia Gandhi arrived at IGMC around 5 pm and underwent a regular health examination.

IGMC's Deputy Medical Superintendent, Dr Aman Chauhan, stated that Sonia Gandhi's blood pressure was slightly higher, but there was no cause for concern. He added, "Her routine investigations were conducted, and no additional tests were necessary. Everything was perfectly fine, and no special medical advice was given."

Himachal Pradesh Health Minister, Colonel (Retd) Dhani Ram Shandil, informed the media regarding Sonia Gandhi's health, saying, "Sonia Gandhi is in very good health. Regular check-ups are essential for maintaining good health, and that's what happened today. There's nothing to worry about."

IGMC's Medical Superintendent, Dr Rahul Rao, issued a press release confirming that Sonia Gandhi had undergone a routine health check-up at IGMC. The release stated, "Sonia Gandhi visited IGMC today for a routine medical check-up. A few medical tests were conducted as part of preventive and diagnostic care, and all necessary protocols were followed."

Sonia Gandhi is reportedly staying at Chharabra, a hilltop on the outskirts of Shimla, at her daughter Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's residence.