New Delhi, Nov 12 (UDN): Former Vice-President of India Jagdeep Dhankhar was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi on Wednesday, November 11, triggering concerns about his health. The development was confirmed by sources, although details of his medical condition have not yet been made public.
The 75-year-old former constitutional head was admitted under the supervision of Dr Sandeep Seth, according to sources familiar with the matter. However, AIIMS authorities have not issued an official statement regarding the reason for his hospitalisation or his present health status.
Dhankhar’s latest hospital admission has drawn attention in view of his previous health-related episodes over the past few years.
In March 2025, he was admitted to the critical care unit at AIIMS after experiencing chest pain. He subsequently underwent an angioplasty procedure.
A few months later, in June 2025, Dhankhar reportedly fainted during the golden jubilee celebrations of Kumaon University in Nainital, raising further concerns about his health.
Another health-related incident was reported in January 2026, when he reportedly lost consciousness twice at his residence while heading towards the washroom.
Dhankhar served as India’s 14th Vice-President from August 2022 until July 21, 2025. He resigned from the constitutional office, citing health reasons, bringing his tenure to an early end.
His latest admission to the country’s premier medical institution has renewed interest in his health, with further information awaited from hospital authorities or his family.
As of Wednesday night, no official update had been issued regarding his condition or the expected duration of his hospital stay.