Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s poignant stories in ‘Mann Ki Baat’ have ignited a nationwide conversation on organ donation, according to NOTTO Director Dr. Anil Kumar. Speaking exclusively after the 131st broadcast, he described the PM’s focus as a game-changer, poised to shatter barriers and boost donor registrations.
Modi highlighted the Kerala infant whose organ donation post-tragedy rescued four recipients, underscoring the ripple effect of one family’s courage. Dr. Kumar noted these tales effectively counter misconceptions, fostering a culture where organ donation is seen as humanity’s ultimate gift.
Vivid examples abound: A Delhi heart transplant recipient, once bedridden, now embarks on spiritual pilgrimages to Kedarnath and Neelkanth, embracing family duties with vigor. A former oxygen-reliant youth, post-heart-lung procedure, scaled the heights of Nathu La Pass repeatedly, embodying resilience.
Dr. Kumar explained that timely transplants enable full recovery and contribution to society. ‘Why bury or burn viable organs when they can save lives?’ he questioned, advocating for pledges that transcend social divides. The PM’s emphasis on community involvement could spark a mass movement.
Technological strides include a nationwide digital platform connecting hospitals, centers, and banks for seamless operations. NOTTO orchestrates this with regional and state partners, amplifying outreach through hospitals and NGOs.
The demand-supply gap remains stark, but one donor’s gift—two kidneys, liver, heart, lungs, pancreas, intestines—can revive eight individuals, while tissues enhance countless others. Easy online pledging via Aadhaar on NOTTO’s site takes just a minute; helpline support is round-the-clock.
With PM Modi’s push, NOTTO vows to propagate the message grassroots, ensuring more transplants and fewer tragedies on waiting lists.