Anna Hazare’s health improving, to remain in Mumbai hospital for two days, says aide
Social activist Anna Hazare is recovering in a Mumbai hospital following a renal infection. His medical team expects him to remain under observation for two more days before returning to his village.
Why it matters
As a prominent anti-corruption figure in India, Hazare's health status is of significant public interest to his followers and the political establishment.
The health condition of s ocial activist Anna Hazare, admitted to a hospital in Mumbai, has improved, and he is now taking proper meals on the doctor's advice, his close associate said on Wednesday (September 2, 2026).
According to the latest information received from doctors, the 89-year-old activist will remain admitted at Bombay Hospital for another two days under observation, he said.
"Doctors have visited Anna and checked him. His condition has improved. Anna is now having a proper meal as well, as per the doctor's advice," the aide told PTI .
"We also want his full recovery before Anna leaves for (his village) Ralegan Siddhi in Ahilyanagar district," he added.
Mr. Hazare was admitted to Bombay Hospital in south Mumbai on Monday night after his blood reports indicated a renal infection, his aide Datta Awari earlier said.
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