Social activist and senior orthopedic surgeon Dr Govinda KC was admitted to the coronary care unit (CCU) of Manmohan Cardiothoracic Vascular and Transplant Centre on Monday following complaints of severe chest pain.

Dr KC had reached the emergency ward of the hospital this morning after difficulties on his chest.

Dr Abhishek Singh, close to Dr KC, said KC had difficulties on his chest and had not slept well for the past few days.Dr Singh said Dr Arun Sayami checked Dr KC’s health condition and suggested to remain at the CCU of the hospital.