India's Landmark Decision on Passive Euthanasia: The Case of Harish Rana

Harish Rana, the first Indian to receive legal permission for passive euthanasia, passed away in AIIMS-Delhi after years in a coma. A Supreme Court ruling permitted the withdrawal of artificial life support, marking a historic moment in India's legal landscape on passive euthanasia and the right to die with dignity.

Harish Rana, the first person in India to be legally allowed passive euthanasia, passed away on Tuesday at AIIMS-Delhi. He had been in a coma since 2013 after suffering severe head injuries from a fall.

In a landmark judgment on March 11, the Supreme Court granted permission for Harish to have his life support withdrawn, an act done in a dignified manner following a well-structured plan by a team at AIIMS-Delhi.

This decision by the Supreme Court marks a significant moment in the public discourse on passive euthanasia, with implications for similar cases across India.

(With inputs from agencies.)