New Delhi: Delhi govt will soon roll out 20 advanced geriatric ambulances to strengthen emergency medical care for senior citizens, said health minister Dr Pankaj Kumar Singh. These specialised ambulances will be equipped with modern life-support systems and tailored facilities to address the unique healthcare needs of elderly patients, improving response time and pre-hospital care across the city.With this addition, the Centralised Accident and Trauma Services fleet will expand from 331 to 351 ambulances. The service, accessible via the toll-free number 102 and integrated with the 112 Emergency Response Support System, is a critical component of Delhi’s emergency healthcare network.Govt has also outlined plans to gradually scale the fleet up to 1,000 ambulances, aiming to build a more robust and future-ready response system.The initiative is part of a broader push to enhance healthcare accessibility and infrastructure, backed by a ₹13,034 crore health sector allocation. Alongside expanding emergency services, govt is focusing on completing key hospital projects and upgrading critical care facilities.The minister said that by combining improved emergency response with strengthened hospital infrastructure, Delhi aims to create a more inclusive, efficient and patient-centric healthcare system.
