Project BHISHM
- January 22, 2024
- Posted by: OptimizeIAS Team
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Project BHISHM
Subject: S&T
Section: Awareness in IT
Context:
- Two Arogya Maitri Disaster Management Cube-BHISHMA have been deployed in Ayodhya to bolster medical readiness and response capabilities during the upcoming ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony.
More on news:
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Ayodhya for the Pran Pratishtha ceremony on January 22, 2024 and 8,000 guests are expected to attend the event.
About Project BHISHMA:
- The Arogya Maitri Disaster Management Cube-BHISHMA is a revolutionary mobile hospital equipped with cutting-edge technology.
- This cube is a part of the broader initiative named “Project BHISHM” – Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog, Hita and Maitri.
- It is tailored to treat up to 200 casualties, emphasizing rapid response and comprehensive care.
- This Aid Cube is equipped with several innovative tools designed to enhance disaster response and medical support during emergencies.
- It integrates Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data analytics to facilitate effective coordination, real-time monitoring, and efficient management of medical services in the field.
- The whole unit contains 72 easily transportable components that can be conveniently carried by hand, cycle, or even drone.
- Advanced medical equipment, RFID-tagged for efficient repacking and redeployment, is a key feature of the Cube.
Benefits of the initiative:
- This project will effectively bridge the crucial time gap from primary care to definitive care, potentially saving numerous lives in the golden hour of emergencies.
- These cubes are robust, waterproof, and light, designed for various configurations, making them ideal for diverse emergency scenarios.