Revolutionizing Healthcare: Helicopter Emergency Services Take Flight

The civil aviation ministry, led by Minister K Rammohan Naidu, plans to develop over 50 helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) units along national highways. These units aim to improve healthcare infrastructure by providing rapid emergency response. A dedicated cell within the ministry will address helicopter industry regulatory needs.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 05-11-2024 20:10 IST | Created: 05-11-2024 20:10 IST
Revolutionizing Healthcare: Helicopter Emergency Services Take Flight
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The Civil Aviation Ministry, spearheaded by Minister K Rammohan Naidu, has unveiled plans to establish over 50 helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) units across the nation's highways.

During a recent conference in the national capital, Minister Naidu highlighted the importance of enhancing the country's healthcare infrastructure through this ambitious initiative.

To support the helicopter industry's growth, a new helicopter accelerator cell will be formed within the ministry, focusing on regulatory and operational improvements.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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