Delhi to Ahmedabad, 1,000 Km Apart: Dr. Sanjiv Haribhakti Performs Gujarat’s First Remote Robotic Surgery
Ahmedabad, 14 February 2026: In a landmark achievement for Gujarat’s healthcare landscape, the state has successfully completed its first long-distance robotic tele-surgery across a distance of nearly 1,000 kilometres, connecting New Delhi and Ahmedabad in real time.
On 11th February 2026, leading GI and Robotic Surgeon Dr. Sanjiv Haribhakti, Director at Kaizen Hospital, performed a complex robotic gastrointestinal procedure while physically present in New Delhi, as the patient remained in Ahmedabad. The surgery was executed through a secure, high-speed dedicated network with real-time data transmission, while the on-site surgical and anesthesia team assisted at the bedside. The procedure was completed safely, and the patient was discharged uneventfully.
The surgery was conducted using the...