Agartala, June 30, 2025: On the eve of National Doctors' Day, Tripura celebrated a significant medical achievement as doctors at the Agartala Government Medical College (AGMC) and GBP Hospital, in collaboration with Shija Hospitals & Research Institute, Manipur, successfully performed their third kidney transplant.
Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha, who is also a noted dental surgeon, announced the news on social media, commending the expertise and dedication of the medical teams involved.
“As we prepare to celebrate Doctors’ Day tomorrow, I’m delighted to share that our doctors at AGMC & GBP Hospital, in collaboration with the medical team from Shija Hospitals, have successfully performed their third kidney transplant,” he stated. “Both the donor and recipient are now in stable condition.”
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The successful procedure highlights the growing capacity and collaboration in Tripura’s public healthcare system. It also marks a step forward in advanced surgical care being made accessible within the state, reducing the need for patients to travel outside the region for such complex procedures.
The state government has been actively working to enhance critical care infrastructure and foster medical collaborations to improve health outcomes. The Chief Minister praised the achievement as a reflection of the medical fraternity’s relentless commitment to saving lives and advancing healthcare in Tripura.
