IMA launches ambulance service scheme

Thiruvananthapuram: The Indian Medical Association has launched an ambulance service scheme at subsidized rates for those who are finding it difficult to reach hospitals.
The ambulance chain network will operate with the support of Kerala police, Dr Ramesh Kumar Foundation and private ambulance operators association.
The decision was taken in view of the lockdown in the state.This has resulted in the people finding it difficult to reach the hospital during emergency situations. Hence, now they can contact the ambulance toll free number 91881 00100 for availing this service across the state, said Dr John Panciker, state convener of the IMA ambulance project.
At present, this chain has 1,500 ambulances across the state. For small ambulances, the charge will be Rs 500 for 10km and Rs.15 for every additional kilometre.
For big ambulances, the charge would be Rs 600 for 10km and Rs 20 for every additional kilometre.
Dr John Panicker said the government has given the permission to operate this ambulance network in the lockdown season along with the 108 ambulance chain of the state government.