The Government of India is taking significant steps to ensure the transparency and efficacy of the organ transplantation programme, focusing on data management, regulatory oversight, and the integration of healthcare facilities into a national digital registry.
The organ transplantation programme in India is a critical healthcare initiative aimed at saving lives through the donation and transplantation of organs. The government, under the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act (THOTA) of 1994, has implemented measures to monitor and regulate the programme, ensuring ethical practices and preventing commercial exploitation.
The Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act (THOTA), 1994, mandates the maintenance of a national registry for living and deceased organ donors and recipients. This registry, managed by the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO), plays a crucial role in ensuring transparency and preventing the illegal trade of organs.
State/UT | Number of Registered Hospitals |
---|---|
Maharashtra | 105 |
Tamil Nadu | 98 |
Karnataka | 87 |
Andhra Pradesh | 65 |
Gujarat | 56 |
Uttar Pradesh | 54 |
Delhi | 52 |
West Bengal | 48 |
Kerala | 47 |
Rajasthan | 39 |
Total | 814 |
In response to concerns regarding the allocation of organs, particularly the allegations that organs from brain-dead patients might be prioritized for foreign nationals over deserving Indian patients, the government adheres to strict regulations under THOTA, 1994.
To streamline the organ transplantation process and ensure that all activities are monitored centrally, the government has mandated that all hospitals licensed for organ transplantation or retrieval be linked to the NOTTO system.
The government has instructed all States and Union Territories (UTs) to maintain comprehensive data on organ donors and recipients. Regular advisories and letters have been issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to ensure compliance with these directives.
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