Rajiv Satav was later diagnosed with a new viral infection and was in a critical condition.

Pune:

Senior Congress leader and Rajya Sabha MP Rajeev Satav died at a private hospital this morning, days after recovering from coronavirus infection. “It’s a big loss for us all,” Rahul Gandhi tweeted, addressing Mr Satav as “my friend” who embodied the ideals of the Congress.

The 46-year-old Congress leader was on critical condition after he was diagnosed with a new viral infection called Cytomegalovirus, according to Maharashtra health minister Rajesh Tope.

“Rajiv Satav was on the path of recovery, but his health deteriorated again and he is now critical. The doctors found he has ytomegalovirus infection,” Mr Tope was quoted as saying by news agency PTI on Saturday.

Rahul Gandhi, considered close to Mr Satav, remembered him as a leader with huge potential who embodied the ideals of the Congress. 

I’m very sad at the loss of my friend Rajeev Satav. He was a leader with huge potential who embodied the ideals of the Congress.

It’s a big loss for us all. My condolences and love to his family. pic.twitter.com/mineA81UYJ

– Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) May 16, 2021

Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal said he was devastated by the irreparable loss. Party will forever miss his indelible dedication, connect and immense popularity, he said.

“Congress has lost its frontline warrior, CWC Member, M.P, most promising young leader and a dear friend, Sh. Rajiv Satav today. I am devastated by the irreparable loss. Party will forever miss his indelible dedication, connect & immense popularity. My heartfelt condolences,” Mr Venugopal tweeted.