Mumbai, Sept. 1 -- Renowned social activist Anna Hazare was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Bombay Hospital on Monday after his health condition deteriorated, according to medical sources.

The 87-year-old activist was initially undergoing treatment at a medical facility near his native village of Ralegan Siddhi. However, his condition reportedly worsened following complications linked to a severe viral infection and dehydration, prompting doctors to shift him to Mumbai for advanced medical treatment.

Hazare is currently being kept under close observation in the ICU under the care of Dr Gautam Bhansali. Doctors are conducting detailed diagnostic tests, including assessments of his kidney function, to determine the extent of ...