NEW DELHI, May 29, 2025 – In a profound testament to the power of love and sacrifice, 59-year-old Krishna Kumar Gupta received the ultimate gift from his wife, a kidney that has given him a second chance at life. The successful transplant surgery, performed on May 6, 2025, at Dharamshila Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Delhi, marks the end of Mr. Gupta’s challenging journey with kidney disease and the beginning of a new chapter for the devoted couple.
“When two people vow to stand by each other in sickness and in health, few are tested as deeply as kidney donors and their recipients,” said Dr. Lakshmi Kant Jha, Senior Consultant & Director of Nephrology, who oversaw Mr. Gupta’s care. “Mrs. Gupta’s selfless gift to her husband embodies the purest form of love and commitment.”
Dr. Yasir Rizvi, Director & Senior Consultant, Nephrology and Kidney Transplant, emphasized the broader impact of such donations: “Each living donor like Mrs. Gupta becomes a beacon of hope for thousands of patients waiting for transplants. Her decision to give life doesn’t just save one person, it demonstrates the profound difference we can make when we choose to share the gift of life with others.”
Mr. Gupta had been battling chronic kidney disease and was dependent on dialysis since March 24, 2025. As his condition deteriorated, his wife stepped forward as a compatible donor, sharing not only her life but also her blood type (B+) with her husband.
The transplant team, led by Dr. Sumit Gahlawat, performed the delicate procedure with precision and care. Following the surgery, Mr. Gupta showed remarkable recovery, producing over 12 liters of urine on the day of the transplant, a promising sign of the new kidney’s function.
“The moment a transplanted kidney begins to work is nothing short of miraculous,” noted Dr. Pranav Tyagi, who was also part of the nephrology team. “For patients who have been dependent on dialysis, this represents freedom and a return to normalcy that many thought impossible.”
After nine days of careful monitoring and a gradually improving condition, Mr. Gupta was discharged on May 14, 2025, with his kidney function tests showing excellent results. His creatinine levels decreased from 4.82 to 1.13, indicating healthy kidney function.
According to the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO), over 200,000 people in India await kidney transplants each year, but only a fraction receive them due to a shortage of donors.
This success story highlights the critical importance of organ donation and the life-changing impact it can have. In India, where thousands await kidney transplants, living donors like Mrs. Gupta offer hope to patients suffering from end-stage renal disease.
The couple’s journey also underscores the advancements in transplant medicine that make these procedures increasingly successful, with modern immunosuppressive medications helping to prevent rejection and extend the life of donated organs.
As Mr. Gupta begins his recovery at home with a strict medication regimen and regular follow-ups, his story serves as an inspiration to others facing similar health challenges. “Every successful transplant represents not just a medical achievement, but a deeply human story of sacrifice, hope, and renewed life,” said Dr. Jha. “We are privileged to witness these moments of transformation.”