In the midst of an escalating dengue outbreak, the vector-borne viral illness has ensnared a top official of the state government. Chief Secretary Pradeep Kumar Jena (IAS:1989:OR), who had been battling dengue for the past few days, was admitted to Capital Hospital after his condition deteriorated, authorities confirmed on Monday.
Hospital officials reported that the chief secretary was admitted to the hospital on Saturday and that his health condition is currently stable. They stated, “Although there hasn’t been a rapid improvement, his health condition remains stable and is expected to further improve today.” Authorities assured that Jena is receiving all necessary medical care and is anticipated to make a full recovery soon.