Stories Of Change

Rohan, a 32-year-old marketing professional, never considered organ donation until he attended an awareness seminar. A transplant recipient shared how a donor saved his life, making Rohan realise the importance of pledging. He signed up that day. Years later, a tragic accident led to his organs saving five lives, including a 6-year-old girl in need of a liver transplant. His story continues to inspire others to pledge.

When Meera lost her son Aarav in a road accident, her world shattered. But when she learned that his organs could save multiple lives, she made the brave choice to donate. Aarav’s heart now beats like a 10-year-old boy, and his kidneys gave two fathers a second chance. "Knowing that a part of Aarav still lives on gives us comfort," Meera shares.

At just 27, Sanya was diagnosed with end-stage kidney failure. After months of dialysis, she received a transplant from a selfless donor. "The day I got my transplant, I got my life back," she says. Now, she raises awareness and helps others understand the power of pledging. "Someone’s decision to donate gave me a second chance. I hope to do the same for others."

Many believe organ donation goes against their religion or that doctors won’t try to save them if they’re registered donors. A retired teacher, Ramesh, once thought the same - until he met a transplant recipient. "I realised my fears were based on myths. I pledged that day, and now, I encourage others to do the same." His story has since inspired his entire community to rethink organ donation.

Rajesh, a 72-year-old retired professor, always believed in giving back. Before his passing, he pledged his organs. His corneas restored sight to a young artist, and his liver saved a father of three. His grandson, inspired by his decision, now advocates for organ donation at his university, proving that one decision can create a lasting legacy.

Anita lost her son, Vikram, to a sudden brain aneurysm. While grieving, she chose to donate his organs, ensuring his kindness lived on. "Vikram was always giving—this was his final act of generosity," she says. His donation helped four individuals, including a 19-year-old in desperate need of a heart transplant. Today, Anita speaks at awareness events, inspiring other families to consider a donation.