Veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Deputy Prime Minister Lal Krishna Advani was admitted to Apollo Hospital in New Delhi on Friday evening, October 16, 2026, after developing a chest infection. The 98-year-old leader’s condition was reported to be stable, and he was receiving treatment under medical supervision. According to the details provided in the news graphic, he was brought to the hospital at around 7:30 pm and admitted to the pulmonary department, where a team of doctors is monitoring his health.

Advani’s hospitalisation has drawn attention because of his age and his long-standing role in Indian politics. He has been one of the most prominent figures in the BJP’s development into a major national political party. His political career spans several decades, during which he held key organisational and government positions and played an influential role in shaping the party’s political journey.

He served as BJP president for three terms and was a senior member of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government led by former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Advani served as Union Home Minister from 1998 to 2004 and as Deputy Prime Minister from 2002 to 2004. In recognition of his contribution to public life, he was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian honour, in 2024.

As of the information provided in the news graphic, Advani’s condition was reported to be stable, and he remained under medical observation. Further updates regarding his health and treatment would depend on information released by the hospital or his representatives.