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Gujarat Minister Pradyuman Vaja Stable After Minor Heart Attack, Angioplasty

Gujarat Education Minister Pradyuman Vaja is in stable condition after suffering a minor heart attack and undergoing an emergency angioplasty procedure. He was admitted to the U.N. Mehta Institute of Cardiology in Ahmedabad after feeling unwell following a public function. Doctors successfully implanted a stent after identifying a blockage in one of his coronary arteries. The minister, a former medical practitioner himself, has been advised complete rest for five days as part of his recovery.

Key Points: Gujarat Minister Pradyuman Vaja Stable After Heart Attack

  • Minister suffered minor heart attack
  • Underwent emergency angioplasty
  • Condition now stable
  • Was at public event earlier
  • Advised five days rest
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Gujarat Education Minister Pradyuman Vaja stable after minor heart attack

Gujarat Education Minister Pradyuman Vaja is stable after a minor heart attack and emergency angioplasty in Ahmedabad. Get the latest health update.

"The minister is currently stable and under observation. He has been advised complete rest for five days - Hospital Source"

Ahmedabad, Feb 13

Gujarat Education Minister Pradyuman Vaja is in a stable condition after suffering a minor heart attack and undergoing emergency angioplasty at the U.N. Mehta Institute of Cardiology and Research Centre, sources said on Friday.

Vaja was admitted to the city-based cardiac institute after he reported feeling unwell shortly after attending a public function at the Sabarmati Riverfront.

Earlier in the day, he had participated in a programme organised by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation in the presence of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, where smart school projects were inaugurated and awards presented to outstanding teachers.

He remained at the event until around 5.30 p.m.

According to a source, the minister went to the hospital for a routine medical check-up after experiencing discomfort. During the evaluation, doctors detected a blockage in one of his coronary arteries.

"Following diagnostic tests, a blockage was identified and an immediate angioplasty was recommended," the source said.

A stent was successfully implanted during the procedure. Doctors described the cardiac episode as minor and confirmed that the intervention was carried out without complications.

"The minister is currently stable and under observation. He has been advised complete rest for five days," the source added.

Vaja, who assumed office as a Cabinet-rank Education Minister in October last year, is a native of Ahmedabad and a former medical practitioner.

He holds MBBS, DGO and MD degrees from Gujarat University and completed LLB and LLM qualifications in 2022.

He was elected to the Gujarat Legislative Assembly from the Kodinar constituency in the 2022 Assembly elections.

Hospital authorities said he will continue to be monitored over the next few days as part of post-procedure care.

- IANS

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Rajesh Q
Being a doctor himself, he knew to get checked immediately. That's what saved him. Timely intervention is everything with heart issues. More awareness is needed in our country about not ignoring chest discomfort.
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Aman W
Get well soon, sir. His educational qualifications are seriously impressive – MBBS, MD, AND an LLM! Hope he uses that expertise to strengthen our education system once he's back on his feet.
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Sarah B
This is worrying. He's a relatively new minister with a big portfolio. I hope his health doesn't become a recurring issue and affect the important work in the education department. Wishing him a solid recovery.
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Karthik V
Heart attacks are becoming so common even in younger people. Our lifestyles are the problem – stress, diet, no time for exercise. A wake-up call for everyone, not just politicians.
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Nikhil C
Good to hear he is stable. The U.N. Mehta Institute is one of the best. He was in capable hands. Hope he takes the full five days of rest seriously. Sometimes these busy people try to return to work too soon.

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