New Delhi: Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi cancelled his scheduled election tour of Kerala on Thursday, March 26, 2026, to remain at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital with his mother, Sonia Gandhi. The Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) Chairperson was admitted to the facility late Tuesday night following complaints of chest congestion and respiratory distress. While addressing a scheduled rally in Kozhikode virtually from New Delhi, Rahul Gandhi expressed his regrets to the people of Kerala, stating that his responsibilities as a son took precedence during this period of medical concern. He shared a personal note during the address, mentioning that he found comfort during the night through the dedicated care provided by a Keralite nurse attending to his mother.
According to the latest medical bulletin from Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Sonia Gandhi’s condition remains stable. Chairman Dr. Ajay Swaroop confirmed that her bronchial asthma was mildly exacerbated by the dual impact of Delhi’s lingering cold wave and high pollution levels. Doctors are currently administering antibiotics and conducting further investigations to rule out potential infections in the stomach and urinary tract. A specialized team, which previously treated her for similar gastro-related issues in June 2025, is closely monitoring her progress. Although she is responding well to treatment, medical experts have decided to keep her under observation for at least another 24 to 48 hours as a precautionary measure given her medical history.
The cancellation of the physical visit comes at a critical juncture for the Congress party as Kerala prepares for its upcoming Assembly elections next month. Despite his absence from the ground, Rahul Gandhi’s virtual outreach aimed to maintain the campaign’s momentum in the Malabar region. Senior party leaders have clarified that while the LoP’s immediate priority is his mother’s health, he will continue to engage with voters through digital platforms until doctors clear Sonia Gandhi for discharge. Supporters and party workers have been holding prayers across the country for the veteran leader’s swift recovery.
