Prateek Yadav, the younger son of late Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav, died in Lucknow on Wednesday morning.
He was 38 years old.
Prateek was the husband of BJP leader Aparna Yadav and the half-brother of Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav.
His sudden death shocked political circles in Uttar Pradesh.
The latest Prateek Yadav death news emerged after he was rushed to Lucknow Civil Hospital early Wednesday morning.
Doctors reportedly declared him brought dead on arrival.
Health Issues Reportedly Continued For Weeks
According to reports, Prateek Yadav had been unwell for some time.
Sources said he was suffering from lung-related health complications.
NDTV reported that Prateek had been undergoing treatment for a blood clot in his lungs.
A post-mortem examination has been ordered to confirm the exact cause of death.
Hospital officials reportedly found no pulse when he arrived at the medical facility.
Authorities later formed a special medical panel for the examination process.
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Political Leaders Express Grief
Akhilesh Yadav expressed grief shortly after the news became public.
The Samajwadi Party also issued a condolence message on social media.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath called the incident “extremely heartbreaking.”
Several political leaders paid tribute to Prateek Yadav during the day.
Visuals from Lucknow showed family members and supporters gathering outside the hospital.
Security was also increased around the medical facility.
Prateek Stayed Away From Active Politics
Despite belonging to one of Uttar Pradesh’s most influential political families, Prateek Yadav stayed away from active politics.
He was mainly associated with fitness and real estate businesses.
Prateek was also known as a fitness enthusiast and luxury lifestyle influencer.
He maintained a significant social media following in recent years.
He studied in the United Kingdom and later became involved in business ventures in Lucknow.
Reports said he preferred private life over direct political participation.
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Mulayam Singh Yadav Family Back In Spotlight
The death has once again brought attention to the influential Yadav political family in Uttar Pradesh.
Mulayam Singh Yadav founded the Samajwadi Party and served multiple terms as chief minister.
Prateek was born to Mulayam Singh Yadav and Sadhana Gupta.
He shared a close family connection with several prominent political leaders in the state.
The sudden Prateek Yadav death has triggered widespread condolences across political and social circles.
Further medical details are expected after the completion of the post-mortem report.
