- AIIMS Bhopal, ICMR, and State Govt will work together
Bhopal: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has officially launched its National Health Research Priority Project aimed at developing high-quality, patient-centric integrated emergency care systems across the country. As part of this ambitious initiative, five districts have been selected to benefit from advanced emergency care infrastructure, including Vidisha in Madhya Pradesh, Ludhiana in Punjab, Vadodara in Gujarat, Puri in Odisha, and Puducherry.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmer Welfare and Rural Development, Government of India, inaugurated the Indian Emergency Medical Services Project in Vidisha. Speaking at the launch event, Shri Chouhan expressed his pride in Vidisha’s selection as one of the five districts for this groundbreaking project. He stated, “This initiative will address seven major emergencies such as cardiac arrest, brain stroke, trauma, maternal and neonatal distress, which require rapid and specialized care. Establishing a high-quality, patient-centric emergency care model in Vidisha will ensure timely and effective medical services for those in critical situations. This collaboration between AIIMS Bhopal, ICMR, and the Government of Madhya Pradesh will significantly enhance our health infrastructure.
Prof. (Dr.) Ajai Singh, Executive Director of AIIMS Bhopal, announced that the initiative seeks to revolutionize emergency healthcare by focusing on key areas such as improving logistics, enhancing healthcare provider competencies, integrating advanced information technology, and utilizing artificial intelligence tools. The project aims to map healthcare facilities and upgrade ambulance services, while also increasing community awareness and training first-level responders.
In his statement, Prof. (Dr.) Ajai Singh said, “This project is a crucial step towards building a robust and patient-centric emergency care system in India. By leveraging advanced technology and training, we aim to save countless lives during medical emergencies, especially in underserved regions like Vidisha.”.
