Andhra Pradesh Passes Bill to Expand Organ Donor Eligibility and Curb Trafficking

Why in news

Andhra Pradesh passed the Transplantation of Human Organs (Amendment) Bill, 2026, to expand donor eligibility and combat organ trafficking.

Background

The bill was passed by the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly on August 19, 2026. It aligns with the Central Transplantation of Human Organs Act (2011 Amendments) to address organ demand-supply gaps and curb unethical practices.

Facts for Prelims

• Act / BillTransplantation of Human Organs (Amendment) Bill, 2026: State-level legislation in Andhra Pradesh.
• FactThe bill expands definitions to include human tissues in addition to organs.
• BodyThe bill aligns with the Central Transplantation of Human Organs Act, 2011.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the legislative and ethical challenges in regulating organ donation in India while ensuring the prevention of organ trafficking.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• ethical safeguards
• demand-supply gap
• legal framework
• way forward: awareness

Keywords: organ trafficking · bioethics · legislative framework · healthcare infrastructure

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