We have hope now, says patient seeking euthanasia

March 09, 2018 13:31

Reactions to the landmark judgment by the Supreme Court today. The court recognised 'living will' made by terminally-ill patients for passive euthanasia. A five-judge constitution bench headed by Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra said passive euthanasia and advance living will are "permissible".

First reactions: Anamika Mishra, patient of Muscular Dystrophy: "I had requested for mercy killing in 2014 and PM Modi took cognizance of the same and had told local officers to look into the matter. SC has taken a good decision, we've hope now.

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