Supreme Court of India has allowed euthanasia

For the first time in India’s history, the Supreme Court of India has allowed euthanasia (passive euthanasia). The court approved the removal of life-support equipment for 32-year-old Harish Rana, who had been in a coma for more than 13 years.
The bench, comprising Justices J. B. Pardiwala and K. V. Viswanathan, emphasized that in such sensitive cases, the dignity and respect of the patient must be given the highest priority.
The court also suggested that the Government of India consider enacting clear and comprehensive laws regarding passive euthanasia, which would provide legal clarity for similar cases in the future.
Additionally, the court directed the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi to prepare a special plan for the removal of life-support equipment, ensuring that the patient’s dignity and respect are fully preserved throughout the process.

According to reports, in August 2013, Harish Rana suffered severe injuries after falling from the fourth floor of a building in Chandigarh. Since then, he had been dependent on life-support systems.
Harish Rana’s father, Ashok Rana, welcomed the Supreme Court’s decision and expressed gratitude for the humane guidance provided by the court. He described the ruling as highly sensitive and significant for his family.