Delhi, Jan 12: Former Vice-President of India Jagdeep Dhankhar, 74, was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi on Monday.

He was rushed to the medical facility after he experienced multiple episodes of unconsciousness over the weekend, hospital and government officials said.

Dhankhar, who resigned from the vice-presidency in July 2025 citing health concerns, lost consciousness twice on January 10, reportedly while he was in a washroom, prompting medical advice for a thorough evaluation.

Doctors at AIIMS have recommended a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan as part of crucial diagnostic tests to ascertain the precise reasons for the ailments.

An official statement indicated that Dhankhar had been to the AIIMS today for a routine check-up. Meanwhile, the treating physicians prescribed him hospital admission, finding some concerning factors relating the vitals.