Defence Minister Rajnath Singh was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) on Thursday due to back pain, as reported by PTI citing hospital officials.
Officials confirmed that Singh is stable and under observation. Dr. Rima Dada, in charge of AIIMS’ media cell, stated that he is undergoing tests. The 73-year-old was admitted early in the morning and is in the Old Private Ward.
Singh, who represents Uttar Pradesh’s Lucknow in Parliament, first became the Defence Minister on June 1, 2019. On June 13, 2024, he assumed the position of Raksha Mantri for a second consecutive term.
Upon taking charge, Singh outlined his vision for the next five years, focusing on enhancing security, achieving self-reliance in defence manufacturing, modernizing the Armed Forces, and ensuring the welfare of both serving and retired soldiers. He emphasized the goal of increasing defence exports.
Previously, Singh served as the Minister of Home Affairs in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first term. Elected to the 15th Lok Sabha in 2009, he also served on the Committee on Ethics starting October 7, 2009.
Born on July 10, 1951, in the Chandauli district of Uttar Pradesh, Singh holds a Master’s degree in Physics from the University of Gorakhpur and was a teacher by profession.
