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Agriculture Minister Kirori Lal Meena Hospitalised for Swine Flu at SMS Hospital
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 26 Aug 2026, 12:36 PM
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Rajasthan's Agriculture Minister Kirori Lal Meena has been admitted to SMS Hospital after testing positive for swine flu.
Rajasthan's Agriculture Minister Kirori Lal Meena was admitted to SMS Hospital on Tuesday after a rapid test confirmed he was infected with the H1N1 virus, commonly known as swine flu. Hospital officials said the minister is under observation and receiving antiviral medication and supportive care.
Health authorities in the state have issued a reminder to the public about the resurgence of swine flu cases during the monsoon season, urging people to seek early medical attention if they experience fever, cough, or body aches. The department of health has also intensified surveillance in hospitals across the region.
The minister's office released a brief statement confirming his condition and assuring that his duties will be delegated to senior officials until he recovers. No further details on the severity of his symptoms were disclosed, and the ministry emphasized that the situation is being closely monitored.
Health authorities in the state have issued a reminder to the public about the resurgence of swine flu cases during the monsoon season, urging people to seek early medical attention if they experience fever, cough, or body aches. The department of health has also intensified surveillance in hospitals across the region.
The minister's office released a brief statement confirming his condition and assuring that his duties will be delegated to senior officials until he recovers. No further details on the severity of his symptoms were disclosed, and the ministry emphasized that the situation is being closely monitored.