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Puducherry has launched a new, state-of-the-art 108 Command Centre to improve emergency response times and the quality of pre-hospital care. This upgrade is a collaborative effort involving the Directorate of Health and Family Welfare Services, JIPMER, and ICMR, as part of the INDIA-EMS project. The system utilizes a locally developed “Smart Ambulance Dispatch System” designed to improve on-site and en-route care. Chief Minister N. Rangasamy commissioned the center, distributing equipment to staff. Officials emphasized the importance of the upgrade in achieving the “golden hour” for emergency care. The project represents a significant step towards using indigenous innovation to improve healthcare delivery.
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**Puducherry Launches Advanced Emergency Command Centre to Boost Healthcare Response**
PUDUCHERRY, May 31, 2025 – Puducherry’s emergency healthcare system received a major boost today with the commissioning of a state-of-the-art 108 Command Centre, designed to provide faster and more effective assistance in critical situations. The upgraded facility is the result of a collaborative effort between the Directorate of Health and Family Welfare Services, JIPMER (Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research), and ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research) through the INDIA-EMS study, a National Health Research Priority Project.
The centerpiece of the upgrade is the “Smart Ambulance Dispatch System,” a unique, indigenously developed application aimed at improving both on-site and en-route pre-hospital care for patients across Puducherry. Officials believe the system will significantly reduce response times and streamline the management of emergency medical situations.
Chief Minister N. Rangasamy, who also oversees the Health portfolio, formally inaugurated the Command Centre, emphasizing the government’s commitment to providing accessible and high-quality healthcare to all residents. He distributed smartphones and raincoats to ambulance staff, highlighting the importance of their role.
“This upgraded facility is crucial for ensuring that we can deliver timely and effective care during emergencies,” said Health Secretary Jayanta Kumar Ray, emphasizing the importance of the “golden hour” in emergency response.
The ICMR, joining the event virtually, praised the Puducherry government and the INDIA-EMS team for their innovative approach, calling it a “significant step towards utilizing indigenous innovation to enhance emergency medical care delivery.”
The new Command Centre is expected to have a significant impact on patient outcomes in Puducherry, offering a technologically advanced system for saving lives during critical moments.
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