POORTI
Restoring confidence, dignity and femininity of breast cancer survivors
The Need for Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Physical Issues
Postural imbalance, shoulder drop and spinal curvature caused by the weight difference after mastectomy.
Emotional Pain
Emotional deprivation, loss of self-image and the permanent void that haunts survivors after surgery.
Social Wellbeing
A confidence-restoring silhouette that helps survivors return to family, work and society with dignity.
Features of Poorti Kit
Smart Pouch
Smart pouch to provide the complete solution in one place
Lightweight Prosthesis
Lightweight silicone prosthesis that mimics the natural feel and fall of a breast
Pocketed Brassiere
Comfortable pocketed brassieres that hold the prosthesis securely all day
Prosthesis Cover
Soft covers that keep the prosthesis hygienic and comfortable against the skin
Made in India
Developed, patented and manufactured in India with biocompatible materials
Affordable
A fraction of the price of imported prostheses, without compromising quality
Our Products
Poorti Kit and Accessories
Poorti Kit With All Accessories
- One Light Weight Silicone Prosthesis
- Two Prosthesis Covers
- Two Post-Mastectomy (Pocketed) Brassieres
- Smart storage pouch
Poorti Kit With One Cover
- One Light Weight Silicone Prosthesis
- One Prosthesis Cover
- Smart storage pouch
- Prosthesis holder
One Prosthesis Cover
- Soft, skin-friendly fabric
- Keeps prosthesis hygienic
- Machine washable
- Available in all prosthesis sizes
One Post-Mastectomy (Pocketed) Brassiere
- Hidden pocket holds prosthesis securely
- Soft, breathable cotton-rich fabric
- Multiple sizes and colors
- Front-comfort design for post-surgery wear
One minute video showing how to use Poorti kit
Testimonials
I used to wear a very costly prosthesis in the past and I was stressed out. Poorti fits so well for both of my patients and me — light, comfortable and truly affordable.
★★★★★
After my left breast surgery, I found my confidence again with Poorti. The pocketed bra holds it perfectly and no one can ever tell.
★★★★★
I have been using Poorti for the past two years and it feels natural. I recommend it to every survivor who wants comfort at an honest price.
★★★★★
Our Supporters
Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) is a not-for-profit Section 8, Schedule B, Public Sector Enterprise, set up by Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.
Foundation For Innovation And Technology Transfer (FITT) is an industrial interface organization established at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India.
Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) is an autonomous institute of Dept. of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.
Foundation for Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship (FISE) is an initiative of Tata Trusts to promote socially relevant innovations and entrepreneurship through a unique three-tier ecosystem architecture stack called Social Alpha.
Venture Center is a technology business incubator specializing in technology enterprises, an initiative of National Chemical Laboratories-Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, Government of India.
The IIM Calcutta Innovation Park (IIMCIP) is a not for profit (Section 8) company established under the aegis of IIM Calcutta to promote Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
The India Innovation Growth Programme (IIGP) 2.0 is a unique tripartite initiative of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, Lockheed Martin and Tata Trusts.
The Inter-Ministerial Board (IMB) under the aegis of Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India has selected Aarna Biomedical Products as an innovation based start-up for corporate tax exemption.
Duly registered with the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India, under the UDYOG AADHAAR SCHEME for support and benefits.
The INVENT Program – a joint collaboration of DFID, the UK Government and the Technology Development Board of the Government of India together with SIIC IIT-Kanpur and Villgro have proudly supported our societal innovation.
Pune International Centre promotes activities and programs with strong emphasis on involvement of youth and organises the National Conference on Social Innovation (NCSI) every year.
Video Coverages
Address to the honourable Prime Minister of India - Shri Narendra Damodardas Modi
Startup-India-DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, selected innovations of Aarna Biomedical Products for a live pitch to the honourable PM of India, as part of the annual International Summit-Prarambh.
Doordarshan Coverage about Poorti
Dr. Renu Swarup, Secretary-Department of Biotechnology, Government of India introducing Poorti and Dr. Pawan Mehrotra in a special coverage on the national broadcaster of Government of India – Doordarshan.
NDTV Coverage of Poorti
Mr. Amitabh Kant, CEO of NITI Aayog, Government of India with various dignitaries, hearing the pitch on Poorti Kit by Dr. Pawan Mehrotra (One of the 10 Social Innovations selected from thousands of applications by IIM-Kolkata) which was broadcasted live on NDTV.
Newspaper & Media Coverage
The Economic Times
Hugs, not cash, is how Dr. Pawan Mehrotra measures the profitability of his venture. His company, Aarna Biomedical Products, makes post-mastectomy kits with silicone prostheses for breast cancer survivors.
The Better India
The Better India published about Dr. Pawan Mehrotra and how "Poorti Kit" was developed, how it works and how to use it.
Samarthan
Samarthan publishes an exclusive interview of Dr. Pawan Mehrotra along with his team at Aarna Biomedical Products.
The Hindu
Human empathy has given rise to innovation in the field of post-surgery inner-wear. Poorti Kit is helping survivors beat the breast cancer blues.
BIRAC
A holistic and affordable non invasive kit for post operative rehabilitation of breast cancer patients, innovated by Dr. Pawan Mehrotra and his team.
Chennai Breast Centre
"Poorti" is an indigenously developed prosthesis which is a combination that is light weight and soft with a feel of a real breast. The trial kit is available at Chennai Breast Centre.
Forbes India
Aarna Biomedical Products has a simple low-cost solution for women who have undergone mastectomy, and is making women feel complete again.
IIM Calcutta Innovation Park (IIMCI)
Aarna Biomedical Products Private Limited were among the Top 10 teams at the Smart Fifty Program – 50 Solutions to Transform India, organized by IIMCIP in association with DST.
The Hindu Business Line
'Poorti', a portable, user-centric, post-mastectomy kit, helps breast cancer survivors regain their confidence and femininity.
Pune International Centre
Poorti Kit will provide relief to breast cancer patients through breast prosthesis and associated accessories. The innovator has been able to file a patent for the manufacturing process.
The Times of India
Urban innovator Dr. Pawan Mehrotra presents Poorti Kit, a holistic device providing relief to breast cancer patients, at the National Conference on Social Innovators.
Women's Web
Poorti is a kit with breast prosthesis and related accessories, specially designed to provide an all round solution to breast cancer survivors at an affordable cost.
Hunnarbaaz (Skilled to Win) by Doordarshan
A pioneering reality television show spotlighting skills and innovations. Aarna Biomedical Products has been featured showing Poorti, the complete solution.
The Mint
The Mint selects Aarna Biomedical Products working on low cost breast prosthesis as one of the 50 Startups that are contributing to the idea of sarvodaya, or progress for all.
Women's Era
Women's Era, a leading magazine, covers the simple low cost solution Poorti developed by Aarna Biomedical Products.
YourStory
YourStory covers the journey of Dr. Pawan Mehrotra behind the development of the Sampoorti-Poorti System.
Awards & Recognitions
2019 The Sampoorti-Poorti System Launched
For post-surgical prosthetic rehabilitation of mastectomees — launched at the national level.
2019 Display of Sampoorti-Poorti System
The Sampoorti-Poorti System was on display at the Ayushman Bharat Conclave at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
2018 Received award at BIRAC
Pitch on the Innovation—Poorti Kit received award at BIRAC Conclave.
2018 Poorti Kit — India Innovation Growth Programme 2.0 Winner
Poorti Kit, one of the winners of India Innovation Growth Programme (IIGP) under Social Innovation Category — a public-private partnership between DST and Lockheed Martin Corporation, USA.
2017 Poorti Kit Tweet
Display of Poorti kit at Science & Technology Exhibition in the Parliament was tweeted by @drharshvardhan.
2017 Poorti Kit Felicitated
POORTI felicitated at National Conference of Social Innovation.