Prateek Yadav, the younger son of late Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav, died in Lucknow on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 38. The news travelled fast because Prateek belonged to one of Uttar Pradesh’s watched political families, yet he had stayed away from active politics. Reports said he was rushed to Lucknow’s Civil Hospital and was declared brought dead early.
For readers asking what he was suffering from, reports said Prateek had long-running lung-related complications and was being treated for a blood clot in his lungs. However, the final medical cause was not immediately confirmed, with doctors moving toward a post-mortem.
What Happened To Prateek Yadav And Why The News Drew National Attention
Prateek Yadav was the son of Mulayam Singh Yadav and his second wife, Sadhana Gupta. He was the husband of BJP leader Aparna Bisht Yadav, vice-chairperson of the Uttar Pradesh State Women Commission. This link placed him at a rare political overlap: one side tied to the Samajwadi Party legacy and the other active in the BJP.
Akhilesh Yadav, former Uttar Pradesh chief minister and Samajwadi Party president, was Prateek’s elder half-brother. The Samajwadi Party also paid tribute, while Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed condolences.
What Was He Suffering From?
The key reported health detail was his lung illness. NDTV’s live updates said Prateek had been suffering from lung-related problems and was undergoing treatment for a blood clot in his lungs. It also reported that he had earlier been admitted in critical condition on April 30, felt some relief after three days, and later went home without formal discharge. On Wednesday morning, his condition reportedly worsened and he stopped responding before being taken to hospital.
Because the post-mortem was ordered, early reports should not be treated as the final cause. The clearest line is this: he was reported to have lung-related illness, but the exact cause awaited medical confirmation.
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Family, Personal Life And Relationship With Akhilesh Yadav
Prateek was not a front-line politician. He was often described as a fitness enthusiast and businessman. One widely circulated detail from older coverage was his body transformation, from over 103 kg to around 67 kg, which had made him a talking point years ago. He was also known for his love for animals, with social media users revisiting his posts after the news.
His relationship with Akhilesh Yadav was mainly discussed through family and politics. Akhilesh led the Samajwadi Party after Mulayam Singh Yadav, while Prateek remained outside electoral politics. Aparna Yadav, Prateek’s wife, joined the BJP, creating repeated media interest in the family’s political contrast.
FAQs
Who was Prateek Yadav?
Prateek was Mulayam Singh Yadav’s younger son and BJP leader Aparna Yadav’s husband in Lucknow.
What illness did Prateek Yadav have?
Reports said he had lung issues and treatment for a blood clot in his lungs.
Was Prateek Yadav active in politics?
No, he stayed mostly away from active politics despite belonging to a major political family.
What was his age?
Prateek Yadav was 38 years old when he died in Lucknow on May 13, 2026.
