NCP (SP) supremo Sharad Pawar hospitalised in Pune as health deteriorates

Sharad Pawar

NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar was taken to Pune’s Ruby Hall Clinic on Monday after his health condition worsened while he was at his residence in Baramati.

His office said the veteran leader began experiencing coughing and difficulty in breathing, prompting the decision to shift him to the city for medical care, news agency ANI reported.

The 85-year-old opposition leader was moved by road, with his convoy leaving Baramati and heading towards Pune.

According to news agency PTI, Pawar was hospitalised following complaints related to his throat and persistent coughing. A close aide told PTI that he is suffering from a throat infection and was being taken to Ruby Hall Clinic for further examination and treatment.

Ruby Hall Clinic’s chief cardiologist and managing trustee, Dr Parvez Gran,t confirmed that Pawar was being brought to the hospital.

“Upon arrival, a team of doctors will check him and accordingl,y further course of action will be decided,” Dr Grant said, as quoted by PTI.

Sharad Pawar, a senior political figure and former Union minister, has remained active in public life despite age-related health concerns in recent years. Further updates on his condition are awaited.

Supriya Sule took to X to say that he has developed a chest congestiona and will need a 5-day course antibiotics and all other parameters are normal.

Baba has developed chest congestion and will need a 5-day course of antibiotics. Fortunately, all other vital parameters are normal. Thank you all for your good wishes and constant support. A heartfelt thank you to all the doctors from the bottom of my heart. 🙏

— Supriya Sule (@supriya_sule) February 9, 2026