Mumbai: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut on Friday revealed that he is facing serious health problems and has been advised by doctors to avoid public interactions while undergoing treatment.

In a post on X, Raut expressed optimism about recovering in the coming year.

"You have all loved and trusted me. But I have developed serious health issues and am undergoing treatment. I will come out of this. As per medical advice, I have been asked not to step out or mingle in public," he wrote, without providing further details.

Known for his daily engagement with the media and as a vocal critic of the ruling BJP, the Rajya Sabha MP was expected to join the Opposition’s protest against the Election Commission on November 1.

Soon, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his wishes for a speedy recovery in X.

PTI