Pune, Feb. 9 -- NCP-SCP chief Sharad Pawar has been admitted to a hospital after developing chest congestion, with doctors confirming that his condition is stable and that his vital parameters are normal.

Providing an update on Pawar's health, Dr Abhijit Lodha said that appropriate investigations have been conducted and treatment has been initiated.

"There was some congestion in the chest. We have sent the appropriate investigations and started the appropriate treatment. Further modifications to the treatment will be decided once we receive the investigation reports... He has been admitted to a private room, and at present, all vital parameters are stable. The oxygen saturation, blood pressure, and blood oxygen level have all been norma...