Telangana records 205 deceased organ donors in 2025, up from 41 in 2013

Telangana has continued to set the national benchmark in organ donation by recording 205 deceased donors in 2025 and achieving more than 5 donations per million population, offering hope and a second chance at life to hundreds of patients. The neighbouring state of Andhra Pradesh had a higher donor count at 300 in the same period.

According to data released by Telangana’s Jeevandan Cadavar Transplantation Programme, 205 organ donations were facilitated during the year, with private hospitals accounting for 197 donations or 96.1%, while government hospitals contributed 8 donations or 3.9%.

The data shows that non-trauma cases accounted for a slightly higher share of brain death donors at 112 (54.64%), while trauma-related cases stood at 93 (45.36%). In terms of gender, male donors formed the majority at 160 (78.04%), with female donors numbering 45 (21.96%)..

A total of 763 organs were utilised from these donations in 2025, including 604 major organs and 159 minor organs and tissues. Among the organs transplanted were 291 kidneys, 186 livers, 95 lungs, 32 hearts, 2 small intestines, 154 corneas and 3 skin grafts, offering a renewed chance at life to hundreds of patients from across the country.

The year also marked a steady upward trend in deceased organ donation in Telangana over the past decade. Annual donations have risen from 41 in 2013 to 205 in 2025, with notable increase seen in recent years, including 188 donations in 2024 and 134 in 2023, as per the data.

Jeevandan officials said the success is a true testament to the  efficient coordination under the Jeevandan programme, timely identification of brain death cases, streamlined organ allocation systems and close cooperation among hospitals and transplant teams. The role of police, non-governmental organisations, and transplant coordinators has also been described as crucial in ensuring smooth and ethical donation processes.