With 4,938 organs transplanted in the past eight years, Tamil Nadu has been leading the nation in organ donation by way of example. It didn't achieve success on this front overnight. Here's a look at how public policies and public support propelled the cause.

Sunil Deshpande is on a mission to educate and sensitise the masses about organ donation. The 67-year-old’s plan is to walk through over 45 villages and towns across Maharashtra to inform people about the cause and get them to pledge their organs.

Spain has been the world leader in organ donation for the past 24 years. Much of the country's success is attributed to its presumed consent legislation. Read on to know what the law implies, and if it's feasible for India.

Marnie Brace, a 20-weeks-old baby born to Nick and Amy Brace in the UK, is in need of a heart transplant. She suffers from Noonan's Syndrome and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy which essentially means that her heart needs to work extra heard to carry out basic functions including feeding.

For decades, myths and superstitions have held people back from pledging their organs. Don’t let misinformation stop you from saving lives. To help, we’ve busted some of the most common misconceptions floating around in regard with organ donation.

Experts believe the need of the hour is to spread awareness. Here’s a quick guide explaining organ donation, and all that it entails.

The NDTV-Fortis More To Give campaign focuses on spreading awareness about organ donation. Here are some numbers that convey the pressing need for more people to step up and donate their organs.

Here's the lowdown on everything you need to know about organ donation and transplantation. If you have any more questions or queries, please leave them in the comment box, we will get back to you.