NEW DELHI: The health condition of former president Pranab Mukherjee worsened on Wednesday after infection in his lungs was detected. “There has been a decline in the medical condition of Hon’ble Shri Pranab Mukherjee as he has developed features of lung infection.
He continues to be on ventilator support and is currently being managed by a team of specialists,” read a statement by the Army Hospital. Earlier in the day, the former President’s son Abhijit had tweeted saying his father was stable.
“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!” he had tweeted.
The 84-year-old was admitted to the Army Hospital at Delhi Cantonment on August 10 in a critical condition. A detailed examination by the hospital revealed a large brain clot for which he underwent an emergency lifesaving surgery. Following the surgery, he continued to remain critical and was put on ventilator support. He was also found to be Covid-19 positive.