APM Terminals Pipavav has announced significant milestones in its healthcare initiatives, demonstrating the company’s commitment to improving the well-being of local communities.
The port’s 24/7 Advanced Life Support Ambulance (ALS), operational since May 2022, has completed 1,031 medical emergency trips, benefiting 1,292 villagers. Notably, 74% (958) of the beneficiaries are women. The ALS ambulance, dedicated to serving villages in the immediate vicinity of the port including Rampara, Bherai, Shiyalbet, as well as truck drivers, helpers, and migrant workers, has proven to be a lifeline for the community. With its ability to reach emergency sites within six minutes, the ambulance is equipped with a trained emergency medical technician and essential equipment to provide critical care en route to the hospital.
Mr. Girish Aggarwal, Managing Director of APM Terminals Pipavav, commented: “The success of our healthcare initiatives demonstrates our strong commitment to the communities we serve. By providing vital medical services, we’re not just saving lives, we’re contributing to the overall health and resilience of our neighboring villages.”
APM Terminals Pipavav’s healthcare efforts extend beyond emergency services. The company operates a Mobile Health Unit (MHU) that regularly visits Rampara, Bherai, Shiyalbet, Thavi, Divalo, Devpara, and Padar. Staffed with health professionals and equipped with basic medicines and testing kits, the MHU brings primary healthcare to the doorsteps of villagers. Additionally, residents benefit from the Port Medical Centre.
The combined efforts of the ALS, MHU, and Port Medical Centre result in more than 2,000 villagers receiving medical treatment each month.
In collaboration with Sudarshan Netralaya, Amreli, APM Terminals Pipavav also organizes bimonthly eye check-up camps, serving patients from over 70 villages. Since its inception, these camps have benefited more than 5,000 villagers through OPD treatments and facilitated over 1,000 cataract surgeries.
These healthcare initiatives are part of APM Terminals Pipavav’s comprehensive Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, which focuses on various aspects of community development, including education, environment, skill development, and women empowerment. As APM Terminals Pipavav continues to grow as one of India’s leading gateway ports, it remains dedicated to fostering the well-being of local communities, creating a positive impact that extends far beyond its operational boundaries.
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