Archive · 2 Aug 2025
India Sets Record with Organ Transplant Numbers in 2024
India achieved a record in 2024 with over 18,900 organ transplants, placing them third globally.
The government aims to boost awareness and bridge the gap between the number of patients who need transplants and the number of donors.
Since 2023, more than 3.30 lakh citizens have pledged their organs.
Financial aid of up to Rs 15 lakh is available for transplant patients through government programs.
The Health Minister stresses the significance of organ donation.
India recorded over 18,900 organ transplants in 2024, a record.
India ranks third globally in organ transplants, behind the U.S. and China.
Over 3.30 lakh citizens have pledged organs via an online portal since 2023.
Health Minister J. P. Nadda highlighted a significant gap between transplant need and donor availability.
Financial support of up to Rs 15 lakh is available for organ transplant patients.
- Who
- Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda
- What
- India achieved a record number of organ transplants in 2024.
- When
- 2024
- Where
- India
- Why
- To increase organ donation awareness and meet the needs of patients.
- Transplants in 2024
- Over 18,900
- Global Ranking
- 3rd
- Behind
- U.S. and China
- Citizens Pledged Organs (2023-Present)
- Over 3.30 Lakh
- Financial Support (Rashtriya Arogya Nidhi)
- Up to Rs 15 lakh
Sources
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India performed record 18,900 organ transplants in 2024: Nadda
India performed record 18,900 organ transplants in 2024: Nadda