Bengaluru, October 2
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Wednesday stated that the pacemaker implantation procedure for Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge was successfully completed, and he has been stable.
In a post shared on X, Priyank Kharge said, "The pacemaker implantation procedure for Sri. Kharge was successfully completed earlier today. It was a short and minor procedure and he has been stable after the procedure. He is expected to resume his work from October 3 and attend all his scheduled engagements. Our gratitude for the concern, support and affection extended by all.
Earlier, Karnataka IT Minister and son of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Priyank Kharge, shared an update on his father's health, stating that he is stable and doing well.
In a post on X on Wednesday, Priyank said, "Sri Kharge was advised a pacemaker to be implanted and is admitted to the hospital for the planned procedure. He is stable and doing well..."
All India Congress Committee (AICC) President Mallikarjun Kharge was admitted to a hospital in Bengaluru on Wednesday morning for medical treatment.
Meanwhile, Kharge is scheduled to visit Kohima on October 7 and address a public rally at Naga Solidarity Park. Lok Sabha MP S Supongmeren Jamir, President of the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee, made the announcement during a press conference at Congress Bhavan in Kohima.
According to Jamir, Congress expects a gathering of at least 10,000 people for the rally. The event, themed around "Safe Democracy, Safe Secularism, and Safe Nagaland," will also highlight key issues such as youth employment, entrepreneurship, good governance, and road connectivity.
The statement said that the rally will be followed by separate meetings between Kharge and senior members of the Congress Political Affairs Committee, Pro-Committee, and presidents of the District Congress Committees (DCCs).
The Congress MP emphasised that the rally is not only a party function but also a political platform to address challenges facing Nagaland and the Northeast. He appealed to citizens, especially minorities, to join the rally and voice their concerns, which he said would be carried forward by regional leaders.
Kharge will be accompanied by national leaders, including Congress General Secretary (Organisation) KC Venugopal and the party's Nagaland in-charge, MP from Odisha, Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka, and other leaders.
Jamir underlined that the rally is the beginning of a broader Congress campaign in the region, with the party taking a firm stand on issues such as the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), governance, and constitutional rights.
He noted that the Congress high command is serious about addressing these concerns and may invite other political parties to join the movement on a common platform to safeguard democracy, secularism, and the future of Nagaland.
Akuonuo Miachieo, Co-Convener of the Organising Committee and General Secretary of the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC), appealed for cooperation and encouraged all citizens to ensure that the rally's message reaches every household in Nagaland.
— ANI
Reader Comments
At 81 years of age, it's remarkable how active Kharge ji remains in politics. The pacemaker procedure is quite common these days and it's good to see him getting back to work so quickly. All the best for his Nagaland visit!
While I wish Kharge a speedy recovery, I'm concerned about the timing. Shouldn't he take proper rest instead of immediately jumping into election rallies? Health should be the priority, not political events.
Modern medical science is truly amazing! A pacemaker implantation used to be a major surgery, now it's a minor procedure. Good to see our leaders have access to quality healthcare. Wishing Kharge ji good health! 💪
The Nagaland rally seems important for Congress's Northeast strategy. Hope Kharge ji's health doesn't affect his ability to address the key issues like AFSPA and governance that matter to the people there.
As someone whose father also had a pacemaker implanted, I can say it really improves quality of life. Good decision by Kharge ji to get this done. Hope he follows doctor's advice and takes adequate rest before his busy schedule.
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