Mumbai: A day before the world marks Mother’s Day, a story from Navi Mumbai has put the occasion in sharp relief. Kiran Ingale, 79 years old, donated her kidney to save the life of her son Anil, 56 and doctors say the transplant could not have been more complex, or more successful.
A Teacher Brought to His Knees
Anil had spent his life in a classroom, devoted to teaching and guiding students. Then his health began to unravel. Extreme fatigue, breathlessness, and repeated hospital visits became his routine. By November 2025, his condition had deteriorated enough to require dialysis twice a week.
When doctors at Fortis Hiranandani Hospital in Vashi evaluated him for a kidney transplant, they found an additional obstacle an underlying heart condition that significantly raised the risk of surgery. Before the transplant could proceed, Anil underwent coronary angioplasty in late November 2025 under the care of Dr. Prashant Pawar, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, to stabilise his heart.
A Mother Who Would Not Step Back
While the family searched for a way forward, Kiran Ingale made her decision. She would donate her kidney to her son.
Her age made this anything but straightforward. Detailed medical assessments were conducted to evaluate her suitability as a donor and to ensure her long-term safety. She remained determined throughout. Doctors proceeded only after satisfying themselves that the procedure was safe for her.
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The transplant was performed in December 2025 by a multidisciplinary team led by Dr. Atul Ingale, Director-Nephrology and Consultant Transplant Physician, and Dr. Gaurav Kasat, Consultant-Urology, at Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi.
Immediate Results, Steady Recovery
The transplanted kidney began functioning immediately after surgery. Anil has since recovered steadily, is no longer dependent on dialysis, and has returned to a more active and independent life.
“This was a clinically challenging case that required careful sequencing of interventions,” said Dr. Atul Ingale. “Stabilising the patient’s heart condition first was crucial before proceeding with the transplant.”
Anil’s words about his mother were simpler. “My mother has given me life twice. I will always be grateful for her strength, sacrifice and love.”
