Atishi, Delhi’s Water Minister, has been hospitalized due to worsening health conditions arising from her ongoing hunger strike demanding water allocation for the national capital amidst a severe crisis. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) reported that Atishi’s health significantly declined, necessitating her admission to the emergency ICU at Lok Nayak Hospital on Tuesday, 25 June. Her steadfast protest, initiated on 21 June, aims to secure Delhi’s rightful share of water currently withheld by Haryana, despite medical advice and concerns over her health.
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- Atishi, Delhi’s Water Minister, admitted to ICU after health deteriorates during hunger strike.
- The AAP reported her blood sugar levels dropped critically low, prompting immediate hospitalization.
- She commenced her hunger strike on 21 June to press the Haryana government to release Delhi’s water allocation.
- Despite medical concerns, Atishi refused to break her fast, emphasizing the urgency of Delhi’s water crisis.
- Doctors at Lok Nayak Hospital detected ketones in her urine, indicating severe metabolic stress.
- At midnight, her condition worsened, leading to her admission to the ICU.
- Medical Director Dr Suresh Kumar stated her current condition as stable but requiring close monitoring.
- Atishi’s health update revealed ongoing blood tests to assess her metabolic and overall health status.
- TMC leaders extended support to Delhi’s water demand amid Atishi’s deteriorating health.
- Atishi remains resolute in continuing her hunger strike until Delhi receives its designated water supply from Haryana.
