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Maharashtra to launch first air ambulance service for accident victims
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News18•13-10-2026, 19:33
Maharashtra to launch first air ambulance service for accident victims
- •The state government is preparing to introduce an air ambulance service to ensure accident victims on highways receive treatment within the golden hour.
- •The standard operating procedure is planned to be finalized by November 15, with the service expected to start at the beginning of the new year following a tender process.
- •A special system is planned for major routes like Samruddhi Mahamarg, Mumbai-Pune Expressway, and Mumbai-Goa Highway to provide rapid medical aid.
- •The transport department, health department, and police administration are working together to establish a robust emergency response network and trauma care centers.
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The air ambulance service is planned to begin at the beginning of the new year, following the SOP preparation by November 15 and high-committee approval and tenders by the end of November.
The special rapid medical aid system and air ambulance service are planned for major routes such as the Samruddhi Mahamarg, the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, and the Mumbai-Goa Highway.
Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik stated that the air ambulance service will be effective in promptly transporting injured accident victims to trauma care centers during the golden hour.
