Congress leader Sonia Gandhi was admitted to the Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in New Delhi on the evening of Monday, January 5, 2026. As of Tuesday, hospital authorities and party sources confirm that her condition is stable and she is responding well to treatment.
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1. Medical Status & Diagnosis
Following a detailed medical evaluation on Tuesday morning, the hospital released an official statement regarding her health:
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Primary Issue: She was admitted after experiencing respiratory discomfort and a chronic cough.
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Diagnosis: Doctors found that her bronchial asthma had been mildly exacerbated.
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Triggers: The medical team cited the combined effects of the severe cold wave and high pollution levels (AQI) in Delhi as the primary triggers for her condition.
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Treatment: She is currently being managed with antibiotics and supportive medications under the care of a senior chest physician.
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2. Current Condition & Discharge
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Stability: Dr. Ajay Swaroop, Chairman of Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, stated that she is “absolutely stable” and “doing fine.“
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Discharge Timeline: Her health parameters are being closely monitored. Based on her clinical progress, she is likely to be discharged within a day or two.
3. Context of Hospitalization
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Routine Observation: While she was admitted late Monday night, sources described it as a “precautionary measure” given her history of respiratory issues during winter months.
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Recent Activity: Gandhi had turned 79 in December 2025 and has remained active in recent party events, including the Congress Foundation Day on December 28.
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Pollution Impact: Delhi’s air quality has remained in the “Poor” to “Very Poor” category (average AQI ~293) this week, which often affects high-risk individuals and those with pre-existing respiratory conditions like asthma.
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