21/03/2025
What is Surrogacy? Is it Legal or Illegal?
Explained by Dr. Sri Harsha, Fertility Specialist at BirthHelp Hospital, Guntur
What is Surrogacy?
Surrogacy is a medical process where a woman (surrogate) carries and delivers a baby for another couple or individual. It is often chosen by those who cannot conceive due to medical conditions.
Is Surrogacy Legal or Illegal?
✅ Legal in India (With Regulations) – The Indian government allows altruistic surrogacy, meaning the surrogate must be a close relative and cannot be paid.
❌ Commercial Surrogacy is Banned – Paying a surrogate for profit is illegal under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021.
Who Can Opt for Surrogacy?
✔️ Legally married Indian couples facing infertility.
✔️ Widows or divorced women under specific conditions.
❌ Foreigners, unmarried couples, and commercial surrogacy seekers are not allowed.
💡 Dr. Sri Harsha emphasizes the importance of following legal guidelines and consulting a fertility expert before choosing surrogacy.