Former West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharya’s health condition improved slightly on Sunday morning, although he remains critical, according to doctors treating him at a Kolkata-based hospital. The 79-year-old Bhattacharya was rushed to the private hospital from his residence on Saturday afternoon. While his oxygen saturation improved, he continues to be on invasive ventilation. His blood pressure has also shown signs of improvement. However, his health condition is still critical, and doctors are closely monitoring him. The next course of treatment will be determined after a re-examination on Sunday morning.
Buddhadeb Bhattacharya has been diagnosed with a lower respiratory tract infection and Type 2 respiratory failure. In addition to being on invasive ventilation, he is receiving antibiotics and other supportive management. Bhattacharya, who served as the chief minister of West Bengal from 2000 to 2011, has been grappling with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other age-related ailments for some time now. Due to his health concerns, he has been away from public life in recent years.
Bhattacharya had stepped down from the Communist Party of India (Marxist)’s politburo and central committee in 2015. He also relinquished his membership in the state secretariat in 2018. The former chief minister’s cousin, Malavika Chatterjee, expressed hope for his recovery, stating that his blood pressure is improving, and he is responding to treatment. However, the critical nature of his health condition remains unchanged.
While Bhattacharya’s health remains a cause for concern, his stable condition offers a glimmer of hope. As the medical team continues to monitor his progress, prayers and well wishes pour in for his swift recovery.
