Maharashtra to Observe Organ Donation Day with Awareness Events

India is focusing on encouraging more people to donate their organs, like kidneys and livers, to help those who need them.

Every year, India has a National Organ Donation Day on August 3rd to create awareness.

Recently, a family showed great kindness by donating their loved one's corneas after her passing, giving sight to others.

Although many people are waiting for transplants, the number of available organs is much smaller.

The government in Maharashtra is working on improving the situation by setting up special care units and providing training for medical staff.

They're also funding the costs of managing donors.

Everyone can help by talking about organ donation and considering donating, which can save up to eight lives.