Namma Metro was used to transport a human kidney for a transplant procedure on Friday, October 30, according to The Hindu, which cited a press release from Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL).
The journey
The organ was taken from Jalappa Hospital in Kolar to Fortis Hospital in Nagarabhavi, Bengaluru. The metro leg ran between Benniganahalli and Attiguppe stations. According to the press release, the kidney was loaded onto a train at Benniganahalli at 2.58 p.m. and reached Attiguppe at 3.35 p.m., a trip of 37 minutes.
BMRCL said it coordinated with the healthcare institutions and made the necessary arrangements so the kidney could arrive in time for the medical procedure. The release stressed the importance of speed in organ transport.
Organ transport record so far
With this transfer, Namma Metro has facilitated seven organ transport operations, according to the same release. These include one liver, four hearts and one pair of lungs, in addition to the latest kidney transfer.
What this means for passengers
The release does not describe any changes to regular train services, fares or station access on the day. Passengers using the Benniganahalli and Attiguppe stations were not mentioned as affected by the operation.