Meet Akrit Pran Jaswal, world’s youngest surgeon who performed his first surgery at …, went to IIT at 12, now is…

Defying all expectations of age and experience, Akrit Pran Jaswal from Himachal Pradesh stunned the world by performing a surgical procedure at only 7 years old — a feat that earned him the title of the “world’s youngest surgeon.” Born on April 23, 1993, in Nurpur, Himachal Pradesh, Akrit Pran Jaswal showed signs of exceptional brilliance from the start. By the age of ten months, he was already walking and talking, and by two, he had mastered reading and writing—astonishing everyone around him with his extraordinary intellect.

Akrit Pran Jaswal rose to national fame at just 7 years old when he performed surgery on an 8-year-old burn victim—an act that stunned the medical and general community alike. While most children his age were still learning basic concepts in math and science, Akrit was already diving into English literary classics. By 12, he became India’s youngest university student, and a year later, his remarkable IQ of 146 earned him international recognition. His appearance on The Oprah Winfrey Show further spotlighted his genius, leaving viewers across the globe in awe.

Akrit Pran Jaswal’s interest in science and medicine began at an incredibly early age, with a special focus on cancer research. His early brilliance and dedication to learning paved the way for collaborations with top institutions like IIT Kanpur. Often described as a child prodigy, Akrit was mentored by the Chairman of Secondary Education in Dharamshala.

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