Summary
The leader has a chest infection, and doctors are watching his breathing.
His condition is described as stable, meaning he is not getting worse.
He has served in many important roles and received top national awards.
Key Points
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Health minister visited the elderly former leader at the hospital.
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The leader is 98 and has a chest infection.
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Doctors say his health is stable.
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He previously served as Deputy Prime Minister and won the Bharat Ratna.
New Words to Learn
7 wordspulmonary department
the part of the hospital that looks after breathing problems
intensive care unit
a special hospital area where very sick people are watched closely
Bharatiya Janata Party
a major political group in India
Deputy Prime Minister
the second most important leader in the government
civilian honour
a big award given to people for good work
Bharat Ratna
India's highest award for a person
Padma Vibhushan
another important Indian award
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