The first helicopter emergency medical service (HEMS) accessible to common people is expected to be rolled out in March, sources told Fe. At present, though some private operators offer such services, they are prohibitively expensive and beyond the reach of the masses.
HEMS Sanjeevani will be run by government agencies with direct access to the AIIMS’ helipad.
The chopper will be based at AIIMS, Rishikesh. It will be used to transport patients from hilly and unaccessible areas in Uttarakhand.
