Entire Telangana village pledges to donate eyes
India has one of the poorest organ donation rates, but Mucherla village in Telangana's Hanumakonda district is an exception. The 500 residents have pledged to donate their eyes posthumously, inspired by a local resident, Mandala Ravinder. This community effort has sparked similar initiatives in nearby villages, promoting organ donation and leading to broader awareness and positive change.
India has one of the poorest organ donation rates, but Mucherla village in Telangana's Hanumakonda district is an exception. The 500 residents have pledged to donate their eyes posthumously, inspired by a local resident, Mandala Ravinder. This community effort has sparked similar initiatives in nearby villages, promoting organ donation and leading to broader awareness and positive change.
