Separatist leader Geelani admitted to hospital in Srinagar

Srinagar: Chairman of hardline Hurriyat Conference Syed Ali Shah Geelani was admitted to hospital this evening, a spokesman of the amalgam said. He said Mr Geelani, who is under house arrest for the past more than a week, complained of abdominal pain, dehydration and weakness this evening.

He was immediately rushed to S K Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), where he has been admitted, the spokesman said. He said, 'There is nothing serious but appealed to people to pray for his speedy recovery.' (UNI)