Ex Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik hospitalised in Bhubaneswar over health concerns

Former Odisha Chief Minister and BJD Chief Naveen Patnaik was admitted to SUM Ultimate Medicare, Bhubaneswar, at 5:15 PM today (August 17) after experiencing dehydration.

The hospital confirmed that Patnaik’s condition is stable and he is responding well to the treatment provided. Officials will continue to monitor his health closely.

Former Odisha chief minister and BJD president Naveen Patnaik was admitted to hospital after



complaining of uneasiness on Sunday (August 17). A team of doctors had visited his residence, Naveen Niwas, before he was taken for further medical care. A senior BJD leader said the hospital is expected to issue a health bulletin soon.

The 78-year-old leader had recently undergone spinal surgery for cervical arthritis in Mumbai and returned to Odisha on July 12. He was discharged from the hospital on July 7 after a successful procedure conducted on June 22.