Kolkata, 15th December: Former West Bengal chief minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee was discharged from the hospital on Tuesday, nearly a week after being admitted for respiratory troubles. His wife Meera Bhattacharya returned home with him this morning.
The hospital officials stated that Bhattacharjee responded well to the treatment and will continue to be under observation at home. As per the doctors, he will have to remain on non-invasive ventilation (BIPAP) support, undergo physiotherapy and follow restrictions on movement at home, besides sticking to a prescribed diet.
The veteran CPI(M) leader served as the chief minister of West Bengal from 2000 to 2011.
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