Chennai: President Ram Nath Kovind underwent a cardiac bypass surgery successfully on Tuesday morning at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi, the Rashtrapati Bhavan said.
“The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind underwent cardiac bypass surgery today morning (March 30, 2021) at AIIMS, New Delhi. Surgery was successful. He is stable and is being closely monitored by a team of senior doctors,” the statement said.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said in a tweet he spoke to the Director of AIIMS to enquire about President Kovind’s health. He congratulated doctors for a successful operation.
“The President of India Ram Nath Kovind has undergone a successful bypass surgery at AIIMS, Delhi. I congratulate the team of Doctors for successful operation. Spoke to Director AIIMS to enquire about Rashtrapatiji’s health. Praying for his well-being and speedy recovery,” he said.