 Early Times Report
JAMMU, Sept 3: AIIMS Jammu today marked a milestone in its journey towards sustainability and patient convenience with the inauguration of 10 eight-seater electric golf carts powered by lithium batteries, generously supported by HUDCO under its CSR initiative.
The inauguration was carried out by Lt Gen (Dr.) C. S. Narayanan, VSM*, Hon'ble President, AIIMS Jammu; Mr. Deepak Bansal, Regional Chief, HUDCO; and Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Kumar Gupta, Executive Director & CEO, AIIMS Jammu.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Kumar Gupta expressed heartfelt gratitude to HUDCO, stating that the new electric vehicles will redefine patient mobility within the campus, especially benefiting the elderly, differently-abled, and those requiring assisted transport. He highlighted that the initiative is part of AIIMS Jammu's larger commitment to green practices and eco-friendly healthcare.
Mr. Deepak Bansal, Regional Chief, HUDCO, reiterated HUDCO's commitment to social responsibility and applauded AIIMS Jammu for taking a visionary step in adopting sustainable solutions for healthcare.
The President, Lt Gen (Dr.) C. S. Narayanan, VSM***, praised the collaboration, noting that "such initiatives demonstrate how healthcare Institutions can lead the way in harmonizing patient care with environmental responsibility."
With this inauguration, AIIMS Jammu not only advances its goal of providing holistic patient care but also reinforces its role as a national model in adopting sustainable, green practices in Healthcare Institutions. The newly launched electric vehicles will serve as a dedicated Parikrama Sewa, offering free, Safe and Eco-friendly mobility across the campus-ensuring that patients, elderly visitors, attendants and differently-abled individuals can access healthcare facilities with dignity, comfort and ease. |
