Sharad Pawar rushed to hospital in Pune after breathing problems

Mon, 09 February 2026

15:17

NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar was taken to a hospital in Pune city from his residence in Baramati on Monday afternoon following complaints related to the throat as well as coughing.

A close aide said the 85-year-old opposition stalwart was being taken to Ruby Hall Clinic as he is suffering from a throat infection.

Ruby Hall Clinic chief cardiologist and managing trustee Dr Parvez Grant confirmed the development.

"Upon arrival, a team of doctors will check him and accordingly further course of action will be decided," Dr Grant said.

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