Organ donation to get a boost across TG

The state government has decided to set up dedicated organ donation cells in all district government hospitals and medical colleges as part of the Jeevandan programme, as well as raise awareness and improve coordination during donation procedures.

- A SESHACHARYULU @Nalgonda

The decision came after a meeting held at the Directorate of Medical Education (DME) office in Koti, Hyderabad. Chaired by DME Dr Narender Kumar, the meeting brought together representatives from several NGOs engaged in eye, organ, and body donation across the state. The meeting was convened at the request of Dr Sribhushan Raj, the nodal officer of the Jeevandan programme.