NEW DELHI: President Ram Nath Kovind who has recently underwent a bypass surgery has been shifted from the ICU, as his health improves.
In a statement issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan, it said that President Ram Nath Kovind has been shifted from the ICU to a special room in the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) on Saturday and his health is improving continuously since his bypass surgery.
The statement further said that doctors are constantly monitoring his condition and have advised him to take rest.
On March 26 after complaining of chest discomfort the President visited the Army Hospital (Research And Referral) in New Delhi for a routine check-up. A medical bulletin issued by the hospital said the 75-year-old is undergoing a routine check-up and is under observation. His condition was said to be stable.
Later he was referred to the AIIMS where he underwent cardiac bypass surgery on March 30.
Taking to Twitter, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh informed, "The President of India, Shri Ramnath Kovind has undergone a successful bypass surgery at AIIMS, Delhi. I congratulate the team of Doctors for successful operation. Spoke to Director AIIMS to enquire about Rashtrapatiji's health. Praying for his well-being and speedy recovery."
On April 1, the President said that he has been recovering well after the bypass surgery and thanked doctors and caregivers for their amazing dedication.
"I've been recovering well after the bypass surgery, thanks to the amazing dedication of the doctors and caregivers. I'm touched by messages, from citizens and leaders from India and abroad, wishing me speedy recovery. It's difficult to express in words my gratitude to you all!," he stated in a tweet.
The President recently approved the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) (Amendment) Bill 2021, which was passed by Parliament last week. The Union Home Ministry will now determine when it comes into effect. The bill is considered to be a major setback to Delhi's ruling AAP government, which ensures more constitutional powers to the Central government-appointed Lt. Governor as against the Delhi Assembly.