The All India Medical Students’ Association (AIMSA) has issued a strong condemnation against the mocking of cadavers and body donors for entertainment, following a controversy that emerged from a crowd-work segment at stand-up comedian Pranit More’s live show. The association demanded an immediate apology and strict action against all those responsible.
What happened at the show
The controversy centres on Sejal Pawar, a doctor associated with Mumbai’s KEM Hospital, who made remarks during a crowd-work segment at one of Pranit More’s stand-up performances. During another audience interaction, Pawar spoke about experiences involving cadavers. She said that she and her colleagues would compare the sizes of male cadavers’ private parts. These statements came up during a discussion about whether doctors remain serious during autopsies and body work, or tend to joke around.
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The remarks were met with laughter from the live audience, and More amplified the moment by joking that future donors would now think twice out of fear of being mocked. Once the clip was published online, the reception shifted rapidly from amusement to condemnation across social media platforms.
AIMSA issues condemnation
AIMSA condemned the remarks as completely “unacceptable” and said they “undermine the sanctity of medical education.” The association stated that every cadaver represents a person who chose to contribute to medical education through body donation, helping shape future doctors and save countless lives.
AIMSA strongly condemns the insensitive and disrespectful portrayal of cadavers and body donors for entertainment purposes.
Body donors are the foundation of medical education and deserve the highest dignity and respect. pic.twitter.com/0Eok57oHDz
— ALL INDIA MEDICAL STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION (@official_aimsa) June 12, 2026
AIMSA wrote on X: “As medical professionals and students, we are bound by the values of dignity, ethics, and respect towards the deceased and their families. Any act that mocks or trivialises human remains is unacceptable and undermines the sanctity of medical education.”
The association further stated that if appropriate action was not taken by concerned authorities, AIMSA would be compelled to pursue legal remedies to ensure accountability. The post concluded with the line: “Respect the donor.”
Pawar issues apology
In response to the criticism, Pawar posted an apology on her Instagram account. She took full responsibility for her words without offering justifications. “I’m not here to justify what was said or explain it away. I take responsibility for it. Looking back, I can see how my words could be interpreted differently from what I meant,” she stated.
Pawar deactivated her digital platforms following the escalating criticism. Comedian Pranit More also deactivated his Instagram account.