Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act 1994 Archives

Wife’s previous kidney donation not a valid ground to reject husband’s donation application; Kerala HC directs fresh consideration

Kerala High Court set aside the rejection of a kidney donation application after finding that the authorities had relied on grounds not supported by the applicable statutory framework.

Case Briefs High Courts

No absolute bar on organ donation by minors: Delhi HC permits 17-year-old to donate part of liver to father on exceptional medical grounds

This Court viewed that the balance of convenience and equities, in the present case, overwhelmingly lie in favour of permitting the proposed liver donation and transplantation. In case such permission is denied, it may lead to loss of life of the petitioner’s father.

Case Briefs High Courts

Delhi High Court prescribes timelines for document completion, scheduling interviews in organ transplant cases

“Quick decision making is crucial not just for the donor or the recipient, but also for their respective families.”