UP Congress President Ajay Rai Hospitalised After Fainting at Lucknow Home

Uttar Pradesh Congress president Ajay Rai was hospitalised after he reportedly fainted at his residence in Lucknow on Friday evening. Party leaders said he was immediately taken to Medanta Hospital, where doctors examined him and began treatment. Officials later confirmed that his condition is stable and he is recovering under medical supervision.

According to Congress spokesperson Anshu Awasthi, Rai had been actively engaged in party programmes throughout the day before the incident. He had also visited the airport and attended political activities, indicating a busy schedule prior to his collapse. He reportedly lost consciousness after returning home, prompting swift medical attention.

Doctors at the hospital said preliminary tests revealed that Rai was suffering from low sodium levels along with elevated blood pressure. Medical staff provided immediate treatment after his admission to the emergency ward. Hospital authorities said his health improved significantly after intervention, and he is now conscious and able to communicate.

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Medanta Hospital Director Dr Rakesh Kapoor stated that a team of doctors is closely monitoring Rai’s condition. He added that the Congress leader is stable and responding well to treatment. The hospital has not indicated any serious complications at this stage, offering reassurance to supporters and party workers.

Senior Congress leader and Uttar Pradesh in-charge Avinash Pande also confirmed Rai’s stable condition and said he was travelling to Lucknow. News of Rai’s hospitalisation drew concern within political circles, particularly as the party continues organisational and electoral activities in the state.

Ajay Rai, who hails from Varanasi, was appointed president of the Uttar Pradesh Congress unit in 2023. He had also contested the 2024 Lok Sabha election against Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Varanasi. Prime Minister Modi later wished Rai a speedy recovery in a post on social media, reflecting bipartisan concern over the incident.

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