First kidney transplant using Indian-made surgical robot performed in Coimbatore

coimbatore: in a major breakthrough for indigenous medical technology, a team led by dr. m. k. ramalingam successfully performed the first kidney transplant using india's first indigenously developed surgical robotic system, ssi mantra, at hindusthan hospital here.the three-hour surgery was performed on a 27-year-old patient and marks a significant milestone for ss innovations, the developer of the robotic system. the procedure showcased the precision and safety of the ssi mantra system, reinforcing its potential to transform complex urological surgeries through minimally invasive techniques.hindusthan hospital, known for adopting advanced healthcare technologies, reported a smooth operation, with the robotic system offering enhanced control, camera clarity, and surgical accuracy. the technology is designed to reduce complications, shorten hospital stays, and ensure faster patient recovery.dr. sudhir srivastava, founder and ceo of ss innovations, said the achievement underscores india's rising leadership in affordable, high-quality medical innovations. “our mission is to democratize access to robotic surgery, and this success reflects our vision of a viksit bharat,” he said.the development places india at the forefront of global surgical robotics and highlights the growing role of locally developed technologies in redefining modern healthcare delivery.