In a remarkable feat of modern medicine and human perseverance, Amita Rajani, a 42-year-old woman from Vasai, Maharashtra, underwent a life-saving bariatric surgery in Pune after reaching a weight of 300 kilograms, making her one of the heaviest women in Asia to undergo such a procedure successfully.
The surgeries, led by renowned bariatric surgeon Dr. Shashank Shah at the LaparoObeso Centre, not only transformed Amita’s physical health but also gave her back the dignity and independence she had lost during her long struggle with extreme obesity.
Amita began gaining weight in childhood and reached 126 kg by her teenage years. As her weight continued to rise, her mobility declined drastically. By her 30s, she was bedridden for over eight years, requiring assistance for even the most basic daily needs. Her condition put her at constant risk of heart failure, kidney problems, and respiratory complications.
With determination and support from her family, Amita consulted Dr. Shashank Shah, who devised a two-stage surgical plan to manage her high-risk case.
- First surgery (2015): A laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy helped reduce her stomach size and initiate rapid weight loss.
- Second surgery (2017): A gastric bypass combined with abdominoplasty was performed to further aid weight loss and remove excess skin.
Over the course of her treatment, Amita lost 214 kilograms, bringing her weight down to just 86 kilograms — a truly extraordinary transformation.
Following the procedures:
- Amita regained full mobility and independence.
- Her kidney and respiratory functions improved dramatically.
- She adopted a healthy lifestyle and gained a new outlook on life.
“I was bedridden for eight years. Today, I can walk, dress myself, cook, and live the way I always wanted to,” Amita shared emotionally.
Her case has been recognized as one of the most dramatic weight-loss transformations in India, and is being submitted to the Limca Book of Records.
Dr. Shah emphasized the significance of this achievement, stating,
“This case proves that even the most severe forms of obesity can be treated with proper planning, medical expertise, and patient willpower.”
Amita’s story is more than just a medical success — it’s a tale of courage, hope, and second chances. It offers inspiration to thousands of people struggling with obesity and shows that with the right support and care, transformation is possible.
From 300 kg to 86 kg — Amita Rajani’s journey is a shining example of how skilled surgery and unbreakable human spirit can rewrite a life once thought confined to a bed.
