Congress MP Rajeev Satav dies after recovering from COVID-19
PUNE: Congress leader and Rajya Sabha member Rajeev Satav died on Sunday, days after recovering from the coronavirus infection, hospital sources said.
Satav was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Pune after testing coronavirus positive last month and was on ventilator support. A media release by the Jehangir Hospital said Satav succumbed to “secondary pneumonia with multi-organ dysfunction syndrome” around
5 am. He had become “RT-PCR swab negative” on May 9, it added.
Satav was admitted to the hospital on April 23 with severe COVID-19 pneumonia and acute respiratory distress syndrome, the hospital said. Maharashtra Health Minister Rajesh Tope had said that Satav was diagnosed with Cytomegalovirus (a prevalent viral pathogen) after recovering from coronavirus infection. The hospital declined to comment on the minister’s claim. Satav on April 22 tweeted that he had tested positive.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi condoled his demise and said it is a big loss to him. “I’m very sad at the loss of my friend Rajeev Satav. He was a leader with huge potential who embodied the ideals of Congress. It’s a big loss for us all. My condolences and love to his family,” tweeted Rahul Gandhi.
Congress president Sonia Gandhi described Satav as a rising star of the party who was known for his unfailing dedication and sincerity, adding his death was a personal loss for her.
Satav, who hailed from Maharashtra’s Hingoli district, also leaves behind two children aged 11 and 16. “Anguished by the passing away of my friend from Parliament, Shri Rajeev Satav Ji. He was an upcoming leader with much potential. Condolences to his family, friends and supporters. Om Shanti,” tweeted PM Narendra Modi.
“I am deeply shocked by the untimely demise of Rajya Sabha member, Shri Rajiv Satav. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members & his followers. Om Shanthi!” Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu tweeted.