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Ravichandran suffered a fatal heart attack during a press conference.
Karnataka Congress Leader : On Monday, a tragic event took place at the Bengaluru Press Club C.K. Ravichandran suffered a fatal heart attack while speaking at a press conference. As the President of the Kurubara Sangha and a resident of Kolar district he was addressing the media about a protest concerning the Governor’s decision to grant prosecution permission against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
During the briefing, Ravichandran suddenly felt unwell and collapsed while speaking. The entire event was recorded on camera as the Congress leader fell to the ground. He was promptly taken to Fortis Hospital on Cunningham Road but unfortunately he was pronounced dead upon arrival.
The unexpected death of C.K. Ravichandran has stunned both the political community and his supporters, who are grieving the loss of a devoted leader. This incident has also sparked concerns about the health and well-being of political figures who frequently endure significant stress and pressure in their roles.
The deceased Ravi Chandran aged 63, was the President of the Lal Bagh Morning Walkers Association. He was in the middle of a press conference which he had organized to show support for Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in connection with the MUDA scam, when the heart attack happened.
As soon as Chandran collapsed on stage he was quickly taken to a nearby private hospital. Despite receiving immediate medical attention he was pronounced dead by the attending doctor. A video of the incident has emerged showing Chandran addressing the media moments before his collapse. His sudden death has deeply shocked the local community and his party members who remember him as a committed leader and staunch supporter of the Congress party.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed his sorrow over Ravichandran’s passing.
I was deeply saddened to hear about the death of CK Ravichandran a member of the association and a dedicated party worker who suffered a heart attack while holding a press conference at the Bengaluru Press Club.
He was speaking on behalf of the Karnataka State Backward Classes and Minorities Association in protest against the Governor’s order for prosecution. Ravichandran who stood with us in our fight for the constitution and democracy, will be greatly missed. I send my prayers that his soul may rest in peace.
What are early signs and symptoms of heart attack?
Published clinical research shows that nearly 45% of patients, regardless of gender, experienced symptoms like chest pain up to a year before their heart attack. The study found that many individuals had warning signs days or even weeks before the actual attack. On average, patients reported symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue about 4 to 6 days before the heart attack occurred.
More than 50% of patients experienced prodromal symptoms, such as chest pain at least 48 hours before the heart attack. These warning signs are crucial as they provide a window for intervention and potentially life-saving actions. The study also highlighted the need to recognize atypical symptoms especially in women. Contrary to common beliefs, women may not always show classic chest pain. Instead, they might experience symptoms like nausea, indigestion or back pain in the days leading up to a heart attack.
Chest pain, chest tightness, chest pressure and chest discomfort, called angina. Shortness of breath. Pain in the neck, jaw, throat, upper belly or back. Pain, numbness, weakness or coldness in the legs or arms if the blood vessels in those body areas are narrowed.
What is a heart attack
What exactly happens during a heart attack?
During a heart attack, blood flow to a part of the heart is either stopped or significantly reduced, causing damage or death to that portion of the heart muscle. When a section of the heart cannot pump effectively due to insufficient blood flow, it can impair the heart’s overall pumping function. This can decrease or halt blood flow to the rest of the body, which can be life-threatening if not addressed promptly.
What does a heart attack feel like?
During a heart attack, many people experience pain in their chest, which can feel like discomfort, squeezing, heaviness, or even crushing pain. This pain may start in the chest and radiate to other areas such as the left arm (or both arms) shoulder, neck, jaw, back, or down toward the waist.
Often, individuals mistake these symptoms for indigestion or heartburn when they are actually experiencing a heart attack. In some cases, people might only experience shortness of breath, nausea, or sweating without chest pain.
What causes a heart attack?
Most heart attacks are caused by a blockage in one of the blood vessels supplying the heart. This blockage is usually due to plaque, a sticky substance that builds up on the inner walls of the arteries, similar to how grease can clog your kitchen sink. This buildup is known as atherosclerosis. When there is a significant amount of atherosclerotic buildup in the heart’s blood vessels it is referred to as coronary artery disease.
Sometimes plaque deposits in the coronary arteries can rupture leading to the formation of a blood clot at the site of the rupture. If the clot blocks the artery it can restrict blood flow to the heart muscle and cause a heart attack.
While most heart attacks are linked to ruptured plaque, about 5% occur without this rupture. These less common heart attacks can happen for other reasons, such as.