Sir,
The Centre’s directive to integrate eye banks and hospitals with the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) is a transformative step in tackling corneal blindness in India.
A centralised registry can streamline donor-recipient matching, reduce wastage of donated corneas, and enhance transparency, addressing the critical demand-supply gap.
Enforcing performance benchmarks for eye banks under the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act (THOTA), 1994, is essential for accountability.
Institutions failing to meet standards should not be allowed to operate, ensuring that only dedicated organisations contribute to this noble cause.
However, successful implementation hinges on investing in digital tools, training personnel, and launching robust public awareness campaigns to dispel myths about eye donation. A collaborative effort between Governments, NGOs, and communities is vital.
This initiative can restore sight and dignity to millions, setting an example for the world. Let’s ensure its full potential is realised.
Vicky Gupta
Rajouri
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