Yesterday, the city marked Maharashtra Organ Donation Day. It is a day that is not on everybody’s radar, and yet, there were sporadic initiatives around the city to debunk the myths surrounding organ donation. There was also a smattering of celebrities who pledged their organs. Every effort is worthy of applause, given how important this cause is and the fact that the message needs continual reinforcement.

There are so many myths and misconceptions surrounding organ donation that it needs great efforts to put the truth in front of people, and, most importantly, change mindsets.