Andhra’s Organ Shortage Landscape: Need, Policy and ChallengesDespite such inspiring individual cases, Andhra Pradesh – like many Indian states – is grappling with a persistent gap between organ demand and supply. Such steps aim to normalise organ donation as both a civic responsibility and a compassionate legacy. Andhra Pradesh health officials have reiterated that organ donation must be grounded in compassion and legality, involving transparent processes through recognised registries and hospital coordination. More Than a Gesture: Changing Perceptions Around Organ DonationIndia’s organ donation ecosystem continues to evolve, with both government and civil-society partners advocating for broader awareness. But for such moments to become more frequent, society must move beyond rare individual acts and build a culture of compassionate understanding around organ donation.