Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was admitted to Jupiter Hospital in Thane on Saturday after experiencing mild fever, body pain and fatigue. According to sources, doctors advised hospitalisation as a precautionary step, and his condition is currently reported to be stable.
Doctors Monitoring Health, Condition Stable
Medical sources said Shinde had been feeling unwell since Friday and was admitted for routine investigations and observation. A team of doctors is closely monitoring his health, and there is no immediate cause for concern.
As a result of his hospitalisation, all of his official programmes and public engagements scheduled for Saturday have been cancelled.
Heavy Political Schedule Believed To Have Taken A Toll
Sources indicated that the Deputy Chief Minister’s health may have been affected by an intense work schedule, frequent travel and continuous political meetings over the past several days. He reportedly continued attending official responsibilities despite feeling unwell before doctors recommended a complete medical evaluation.
Active Role In Recent Political Developments
In recent weeks, Shinde has remained at the centre of several major political developments in Maharashtra. He has been actively involved in organisational activities, meetings in New Delhi and political outreach programmes, keeping a packed schedule throughout the legislative session.
He also recently demanded strict action against those responsible for the alleged Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) paper leak, urging that the masterminds behind the case face action under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA).
Not The First Health Scare
This is not the first time the Deputy Chief Minister has been admitted to Jupiter Hospital. He had also undergone treatment at the same hospital in late 2024 after suffering from fever, weakness and a throat infection following a hectic political campaign.
For now, party leaders have assured supporters that Shinde is stable, responding well to treatment and is expected to resume official duties after doctors complete the necessary medical examinations.
