Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar Hospitalised At AIIMS After Collapsing During Morning Walk

Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi on Wednesday after he reportedly lost consciousness and collapsed during his morning walk.

The 75-year-old was initially taken home by security personnel accompanying him. He was later shifted to the Cardio-Neuro Centre at AIIMS in an ambulance for further medical evaluation and treatment.

Dhankhar Loses Consciousness During Morning Walk

According to available information, Dhankhar was out for his routine morning walk on Wednesday when he suddenly lost consciousness and fell to the ground. He reportedly remained unconscious for a few minutes.

His security personnel responded immediately and transported him back home in a police control room (PCR) van.

Medical Team Provides Initial Treatment At Residence

A medical team from the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS), along with AIIMS specialist Dr Sandeep Seth, was called to Dhankhar's residence.

The doctors conducted an initial examination and provided medical assistance. However, considering the circumstances and the need for further evaluation, a decision was taken to shift him to AIIMS.

He was subsequently admitted to the hospital's Cardio-Neuro Centre, where senior doctors are conducting further examinations. Cardiology specialists are reportedly supervising his treatment.

Official Health Update Awaited

No detailed medical bulletin has been issued so far by AIIMS or Dhankhar's family regarding his condition.

Doctors are reportedly examining his cardiac and neurological parameters. Further details about his health are awaited.