On June 26, 2025, Organ Donation Awareness Session was conducted at Swarajya Police Academy – Batch 1, Mumbai, with the purpose of educating police trainees and staff about the life-saving significance and procedure of organ and tissue donation. The session was attended by around 60 participants, including trainees and academy staff.
The awareness talk was conducted by Ms. Sakshi, who received a very positive and enthusiastic response from both the trainees and faculty members. The session covered essential topics, beginning with a clear explanation of the difference between cardiac death and brain death, helping attendees understand when and how a person becomes eligible for organ donation.
Ms. Sakshi also explained the distinction between solid organs (heart, liver, kidneys, lungs, etc.) and tissues (such as eyes and skin), along with their respective donation procedures and preservation times.
Special attention was given to the role of police officers in Medico-Legal Cases (MLC) and how their cooperation is crucial for the timely clearance of documents, particularly in brain death cases. She also spoke about the creation of Green Corridors — emergency routes created for swift organ transport — and emphasized the vital role police officers play in enabling these life-saving missions.
During the interactive session, participants asked insightful questions. One notable query was:
1. What happens if a person donates and the organ fails — does it go to waste?
Ms. Sakshi addressed the concern by explaining that every donated organ goes through rigorous medical evaluation before transplantation. In rare cases where an organ is found unviable, it may not be used, but the intent to donate still plays a crucial role in saving lives.
She also explained the procedure for eye and skin donation, including how individuals or their families can register and apply for donation. Practical guidance was provided on how to pledge as a donor, both online and through official channels, and the importance of informing one’s family about the decision.
The session ended on a highly positive note, with several participants expressing their interest in supporting the cause of organ donation.
I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Mr. Manish Yadav Sir and Mr. Vaibhav Dhanawde Sir for their unwavering support throughout the session and for giving us this valuable opportunity to engage with future police officers.
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