Quick Info
| Profession | Student |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 10/08/1994 |
| Age | 31 years (died on 24, Mar, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Date of Death | 24/03/2026 |
Latest News about Harish Rana
24/03/2026
Harish Rana passed away at AIIMS-Delhi after remaining in a persistent vegetative state for more than 13 years. His case had become a landmark in India because the Supreme Court had earlier permitted passive euthanasia in his situation.
11/03/2026
The Supreme Court of India allowed passive euthanasia for Harish Rana after reviewing medical records and the family's plea. The court permitted the withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment, noting that his condition had shown no meaningful improvement and that the decision was being made in consultation with medical experts.
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Physical Stats & More
| Eye Colour | Black |
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| Hair Colour | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Panjab University, Chandigarh |
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| Educational Qualification | B.Tech. (pursuing in 2013) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Family
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| Siblings | Ashish Rana |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. In 2013, when Harish Rana was pursuing engineering at Panjab University, Chandigarh, he fell from its fourth floor. | |
| 2. He suffered serious head injuries and went into a comatose state. | |
| 3. In 2024, his parents went to the Delhi High Court and appealed for passive euthanasia for Harish. | |
| 4. The appeal was rejected by the court, stating he was able to sustain himself without life support. | |
| 5. In 2025, his parents reappealed in the Supreme Court when Harish was on life support. | |
| 6. Two medical boards confirmed the chances of recovery for Harish were negligible. | |
| 7. On 11 March 2026, Harish was moved to the Palliative Oncology Unit (IRCH) at AIIMS. | |
| 8. The Supreme Court acknowledged the family's emotional burden regarding their decision. | |
| 9. After his death, his family donated his corneas and heart valves. | |
| 10. For the last 13 years, Harish was in a vegetative state and unable to communicate. |