In a milestone for Tripura’s healthcare, the Govind Ballabh Pant Medical College and Hospital in Agartala has achieved two consecutive kidney transplants, a first in the state’s history. Hospital Superintendent Dr. Bidhan Goswami credited Chief Minister Manik Saha, a dental surgeon overseeing health, for this success. With the recent transplants, totaling seven now, both donors and recipients are reported to be in stable health. The latest procedures were carried out by specialists from Agartala Government Medical College and Govind Ballabh Pant Hospital, along with experts from a private hospital and research institute in Imphal, Manipur.
The recent kidney transplants mark a significant advancement in Tripura’s medical landscape, with two successful procedures completed on consecutive days. A 36-year-old man from Baikhora in South Tripura district received a kidney from his 33-year-old childhood friend in the first transplant, followed by a 33-year-old resident of Champaknagar in West Tripura who received a kidney from his 59-year-old father. Both donors and recipients are currently stable and under medical observation. The surgeries were conducted by a team of doctors specializing in Nephrology, Urology, and Anaesthesiology, with additional support from Manipur Hospital specialists.
The successful kidney transplants underscore the state government’s commitment to enhancing healthcare infrastructure. Tripura’s first-ever kidney transplant took place on July 8, 2024, with the fifth transplant completed on November 4, 2025. Seeking to improve healthcare services, the Tripura government has reached out to All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, for guidance and support. A team from AIIMS, led by Director M. Srinivas, visited various healthcare facilities in Tripura last year to evaluate the state’s medical setup, following a request from Chief Minister Manik Saha.
