Bengaluru, Oct 13 (NationPress) H.D. Deve Gowda, the former Prime Minister and current JD(S) Rajya Sabha member, was officially released from the hospital in Bengaluru after successfully recovering from an illness.

He spent eight days receiving treatment for a fever and a urinary infection.

Upon his discharge, Deve Gowda returned to his home in Padmanabhanagar, Bengaluru. According to hospital sources, he has been advised to rest for a period of 10 to 15 days and to avoid crowded places.

Deve Gowda was admitted to Manipal Hospital located on Old Airport Road due to a decline in his health.

He was taken to the hospital Monday night after presenting symptoms such as chills, fever, and a urinary infection. The health bulletin from Manipal Hospital reported, "The Honourable Prime Minister Deve Gowda has been hospitalized due to an infection. He is currently receiving medical care, and his condition is being closely monitored by a team of healthcare professionals."

The 92-year-old JD(S) Rajya Sabha member continues to be engaged in politics despite his advanced age. He recently claimed he would work to ensure the BJP-JD(S) alliance achieves electoral success in Karnataka.

Family members indicated that Deve Gowda has been facing age-related health issues and had recently visited his home district of Hassan. He also met with the families of eight individuals tragically killed during a Ganesh immersion procession after being struck by a truck.

Hospital authorities confirmed that Deve Gowda is responding positively to his treatment and is on the path to recovery.

Notable visitors during his hospital stay included Former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa, BJP State President B.Y. Vijayendra, Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution, and Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi, and former CM and BJP MP Basavaraj Bommai.

Deve Gowda, often referred to as the “son of the soil,” is well-regarded for his profound understanding of agricultural matters and his commitment to rural development. His political journey spans more than seven decades, and he remains influential in Karnataka’s coalition politics.

He embarked on his political career in the early 1950s, initially joining the Indian National Congress, later becoming associated with the Janata Party and establishing himself as a prominent figure in Karnataka’s opposition.

Deve Gowda served as the Chief Minister of Karnataka from December 1994 to May 1996 and held the position of the 11th Prime Minister of India from June 1, 1996, to April 1997, leading the United Front government.

Recently, he held a press conference at the JD(S) state office, JP Bhavan, in Bengaluru, announcing an alliance with the BJP for all upcoming elections in Karnataka. Deve Gowda serves as the JD(S) National President, while his son H.D. Kumaraswamy heads the state unit.