68 Year Old Delhi Woman Donates Kidney Gives Two a New Lease on Life
New Delhi, 25th February 2025: On the morning of 17th February 2025, a 68-year-old woman suffered a seizure attack followed by rapid loss of consciousness. Her family immediately rushed her to HCMCT Manipal Hospital, Dwarka where an urgent CT scan confirmed massive brain hemorrhage. Despite the best efforts of the medical team, her condition deteriorated rapidly, and she was declared brain dead on 20th February 2025.
Her 72-year-old husband, along with the family, took the courageous decision to donate her organs. After his consent, both the kidneys and corneas were donated. Other organs were found unfit for transplantation. Her kidneys were allocated through NOTTO (National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization). One kidney was transplanted into a 51-year-old female at HCMCT Manipal Hospital Dwarka, while the other kidney was transplanted in a 40-year-old male at another city hospital. Mrs. Verma’s corneas were donated to Niramaya Eye Bank.
Dr. Shrikanth Srinivasan,Chairman, Manipal Institute of Critical Care Medicine, HCMCT Manipal Hospital, Dwarka said, “After initial stabilization of her condition including ventilatory support, CT scan revealed that she had suffered from a massive brain hemorrhage. Despite intensive treatment under the care of the Neurosurgery and Critical Care teams, she could not recover and was declared brain dead on 20th February 2025 at 05:32 pm.”
Dr. (Col) Avnish Seth VSM, Chairman, Institute of Gastroenterology & Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Sciences, NCR Cluster and Head Manipal Organ Sharing & Transplant (MOST) said, “Organ donation is a powerful act of kindness and an often-ignored aspect of End of Life Care. Dr. Anurag Saxena, Cluster Head of Neurosurgery, along with the Critical Care team, took the effort to explain the concept of brain death with a beating heart to the family. The family’s decision has helped save lives and given renewed hope to others.”
There is a wide gap between patients who need transplants and the organs that are available in India. 1.8 lakh people suffer from kidney failure every year, however, only 13,426 kidney transplants were performed in 2023. An estimated 25,000 to 30,000 liver transplants are needed annually in India, but only 4491 were performed in 2023. Similarly, out of several thousand people suffering from heart failure, only 221 received a heart transplant. In the case of corneas, about 25,000 transplants are performed annually against a requirement of 1 lakh.
The noble act of organ donation highlights the pressing need for organ donations in India, as there is a significant disparity between patients awaiting transplants and the availability of organs. Increasing awareness and participation in organ donation can bridge this gap and offer hope to countless lives in need.
Pacific D21 Mall Dwarka Hosts Little Picasso Season 4 with Creativity and Patriotism
New Delhi, 12th August 2024: Pacific D21 Mall, Dwarka hosted the “Little Picasso Season 4”, inspiring young minds with a blend of art and patriotism. The two-day event was centered around the theme “Freedom Fighters” which attracts an enthusiastic crowd of budding talented artists eager to showcase their creativity while celebrating India’s rich heritage.
The competition was divided into two categories: a Coloring Competition for children aged 4 to 9 years, and a Drawing & Coloring Competition for participants aged 10 to 14 years. The children’s vibrant and imaginative interpretations of the theme were met with applause and admiration from the audience, who were thrilled to see the younger generation express their love for the country through art.
The event saw a massive turnout of 300 participants who actively indulged in the activities. The winners in each group were awarded cash prizes and gift vouchers, ensuring that the young talents were recognized and encouraged. Adding flavors to the occasion, Cornitos joined as a munching partner.
Speaking about the success of the event, Mr. Abhishek Bansal, Executive Director of Pacific Group, said, “Little Picasso is not just a platform for children to display their artistic skills, but a celebration of the values and stories that define us as a nation. The creativity and passion displayed by these young artists are truly inspiring, and we are proud to provide a platform where they can express their patriotism in such a meaningful way.”
The event concluded with smiles all around, as children left got a deeper appreciation for the freedom fighters who shaped the nation’s history. Pacific D21 Mall continues to reaffirm its role as a community hub, celebrating creativity and unity through engaging events like Little Picasso.