SS Innovations, the developer of India’s first Indigenous surgical robotic technology, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by securing regulatory approval from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) for Telesurgery and Teleproctoring. This makes the Made-in-India SSI Mantra Surgical Robotic System the first and only system in the country authorized to perform these advanced surgical procedures.
This historic achievement highlights SS Innovations’ dedication to advancing surgical robotics and marks a significant leap in making cutting-edge surgical technology more accessible. The approval underscores India’s emergence as a global leader in healthcare innovation.
Telesurgery, initially conceptualized in the 1980s for use in space and on remote battlefields, faced early obstacles due to limited technology and bandwidth. With advancements in connectivity and surgical robotics, SS Innovations has turned this vision into reality. The SSI Mantra Surgical Robotic System now enables Telesurgery and Teleproctoring, bridging the gap in healthcare access by bringing specialized surgical expertise to remote and underserved areas.
Speaking about the achievement, Dr. Sudhir Srivastava, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of SS Innovations, said:
“Reaching this milestone with SSI Mantra is a testament to our vision of transforming surgical practices, enhancing access, and driving the adoption of robotic surgery. Telesurgery and Teleproctoring, long considered a dream, have finally been realized. With today’s technology and connectivity, we can decentralize and democratize surgical expertise, benefiting patients and surgeons even in the most remote parts of India and the world. This innovation is especially impactful for a country like ours, where a significant portion of the population resides in smaller towns and rural areas. By enabling remote surgical intervention, we are reshaping the future of healthcare.”
As per the press release, this development signifies a major step forward in India’s healthcare landscape. The approval of Telesurgery and Teleproctoring for the SSI Mantra system paves the way for more accessible, high-quality surgical care. It also reaffirms SS Innovations’ commitment to transforming healthcare delivery, making advanced medical treatments available to patients regardless of location.
As SS Innovations continues to push the boundaries of medical technology, its efforts promise to improve healthcare access and outcomes across India and globally, setting new benchmarks for surgical care.