Dr. Archana Pungalia is an infertility specialist. She has a vast experience of 11 years as a specialized doctor in her field. She completed her MBBS from Seth GS Medical College-Kem Hospital, Mumbai in 1995, Diploma in obstetrics and gynecology (DGO) from DGO-Grant Medical College and JJ Hospital in 1997, and Fellowship of the College of Physicians & Surgeons (FCPS) in Mid and Gynae from College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1998. She is a member of the Maharashtra Medical Council since 1995.
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✔️ Yes, altruistic surrogacy is legal in Maharashtra under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021.
❌ Commercial surrogacy is completely banned across India.
Only Indian married couples, NRIs, or OCI cardholders are eligible to undergo surrogacy.
Yes, surrogacy is regulated by the State Assisted Reproductive Technology and Surrogacy Board of , under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021 and ART Act, 2021.
This board typically includes:
All surrogacy procedures must be approved through this board and the District Appropriate Authority.
Couples must apply through the District Appropriate Authority under the State Health Department. This is coordinated via the DMHO or Directorate of Public Health of Maharashtra.
❌ No. Clinics like those run by Dr. Archana Pungalia cannot arrange surrogate mothers. Couples must bring their own surrogate who:
The legal approval process generally takes 30 to 90 days depending on document submission and verification speed.
✔️ Yes, Dr. Archana Pungalia, in collaboration with Vinsfertility’s legal team, helps prepare:
✔️ Yes, NRI and OCI couples of Indian origin can apply under Indian law. Required:
❌ Couples without Indian nationality or connection are not eligible.
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