Coronavirus update: Lata Mangeshkar has signs of pneumonia, to remain in ICU for 10–12 days

Legendary playback singer Lata Mangeshkar is showing signs of pneumonia, according to the latest statement issued by doctors attending on her at Mumbai's Breach Candy hospital.

Mangeshkar, 92, was admitted to the hospital early on Sunday after testing positive for COVID-19. Given her advanced age, the singer was admitted to the intensive-care unit (ICU) as a precautionary measure.

According to the news agency ANI, Dr Pratit Samdhani from Breach Candy hospital said, "Lata Mangeshkar continues to be in the ICU. She will be under observation for 10 to 12 days. Along with COVID, she is suffering from pneumonia."

Mangeshkar had been hospitalized back in 2019 after being diagnosed with pneumonia. The lung ailment is a common after-effect of COVID-19.

When contacted by Cinestaan.com yesterday, the singer's publicist had confirmed that she was in good spirits and was in the ICU only as a precaution. News reports quoted the singer's niece, Rachana Shah, saying she was 'stable and alert'.

A recipient of the Dadsaheb Phalke award and the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, Lata Mangeshkar is considered one of the greatest singers in Indian cinema history. Her long career and multiple awards have brought her fame across generations.