LK Advani hospitalized after chest infection, condition stable

Veteran BJP leader LK Advani. File | Photo credit: PTI

Former Deputy Prime Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) veteran Lal Krishna Advani was admitted to Apollo Hospital on Friday evening (October 16, 2026) after complaining of a chest infection, according to multiple media reports.

According to reports, the 98-year-old BJP leader was taken to the hospital around 7.30 pm. and received treatment and is in stable condition.

Published – 17 Oct 2026 0:40 AM IST