In a remarkable medical achievement, Dr. Ranjitsinh Joja, founder of Surekhaba Hospital in Santrampur, Mahisagar, and his team delivered 26 babies within a 24-hour period from 12:00 AM on 5 April 2026 to 12:00 AM on 6 April 2026. The newborns included 12 boys and 14 girls.
Emphasis on Safe Natural Childbirth
Out of these 26 deliveries, 24 were full-term normal vaginal deliveries, and only 2 were Caesarean sections. The team also performed 3 painless normal vaginal deliveries and 2 successful VBACs (Vaginal Births After Caesarean). This achievement highlights the hospital's commitment to promoting safe and natural childbirth at a time when Caesarean deliveries are increasingly common.
Official Recognition by World Records India
The extraordinary feat was officially recognized by World Records India on 1 June 2026 under the record title 'Maximum Babies Delivered in 24 Hours.' The recognition underscores not only the number of deliveries but also the hospital's dedication to medically supervised, natural childbirth.
Dr. Joja's Extensive Experience
Dr. Ranjitsinh Joja has conducted 13,742 successful deliveries to date, including 11,569 normal deliveries, 2,163 Caesarean deliveries, and 1,056 VBAC deliveries. Despite the high volume, the Caesarean rate at Surekhaba Hospital remains only 15.74%, significantly lower than national averages in many regions.
Service to Rural and Tribal Communities
Surekhaba Hospital plays a vital role in providing maternity care to women from rural, tribal, and economically weaker communities in and around Santrampur. For many families, the hospital has become a trusted centre for safe delivery and maternal care. Dr. Joja's work is seen as an inspiring example of service, humanity, and commitment to safe motherhood.
Medical experts emphasize that every delivery decision must be based on the condition of the mother and child. However, with experienced doctors, proper monitoring, and timely medical support, normal delivery can be safely encouraged in many cases.
