U.P. Congress chief Ajay Rai hospitalised after fainting, remains stable
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 01:35 UTC
- Sources: The Hindu
Ajay Rai, chief of the Uttar Pradesh Congress, was admitted to hospital after fainting. Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent wishes for a speedy recovery. Rai, a three‑time rival of Modi in the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat, is reported to be in stable condition.
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