Harish Rana, first to be allowed passive euthanasia in India, dies

2026-03-25 - 00:50

Harish Rana, India's first patient granted passive euthanasia by the Supreme Court, has passed away at AIIMS after 13 years in a vegetative state. His death followed the withdrawal of life support, a decision made to uphold his right to die with dignity. Rana's family, who donated his corneas and heart valves, found comfort in his peaceful end.