Harish Rana's Euthanasia: Nation Watches as Family Seeks Release from 13 Years of Suffering

• The nation's attention is on AIIMS as Harish Rana from Ghaziabad undergoes passive euthanasia after 13 years of suffering.
• His parents applied for euthanasia due to his prolonged condition, stirring national emotions.
• Passive euthanasia involves gradually withholding medication, food, water, or life-sustaining necessities.
• Experts confirm that palliative care, including pain relievers and sedatives, ensures the patient's comfort during passive euthanasia.
• Active euthanasia is illegal in India; decisions are made by a medical board considering patient condition, wishes, and family consent.