Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF), the CSR arm of Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), has taken significant steps in addressing the healthcare needs of rural and remote regions across India. With the inauguration of 10 telemedicine centers and the launch of four mobile medical units, the foundation’s Sparsh Sanjeevani healthcare initiative now covers four states and two union territories, extending much-needed healthcare services to some of India’s most challenging terrains.
Expanding Healthcare Access to Remote Areas
The initiative, which is designed to cater to areas with limited access to healthcare, focuses on regions like Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh—some of the highest and most remote locations in India. The telemedicine centers aim to provide primary healthcare consultations in areas where access to hospitals and clinics is often limited. By using telemedicine technology, residents in these regions can now consult with healthcare professionals without the need to travel long distances.
The Sparsh Sanjeevani program now operates a total of 50 telemedicine centers and 10 mobile medical units across India. These centers serve over 1.3 million people, providing diagnostics, medical consultations, and health check-ups to rural populations. The new telemedicine centers were established in locations such as Bhalla, Doda (Jammu & Kashmir), Kargil, Drass, and Kharu (Ladakh). Mobile medical units, equipped with Hyundai’s specially designed Mighty vans, were also launched in Panipat (Haryana), Narmada (Gujarat), Moga (Punjab), and Baramulla (Jammu & Kashmir).
Bridging the Healthcare Gap with Technology
Hyundai’s healthcare initiative underscores its commitment to using technology to make healthcare more accessible. By integrating telemedicine solutions, the Sparsh Sanjeevani program ensures that even the most underserved areas have access to quality healthcare. The mobile medical units, fully equipped for diagnostics and consultations, travel to remote villages, ensuring that medical services reach those who need them most.
At the inauguration event in Delhi, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Prataprao Jadhav, praised the initiative, emphasizing its importance in bridging the healthcare gap in remote regions. He highlighted the program’s potential to bring life-saving services to individuals who otherwise face significant challenges in accessing healthcare.
Hyundai’s Global Vision for Humanity
Puneet Anand, Vertical Head of Corporate Communication & Social at HMIL, emphasized that this initiative aligns with Hyundai’s global vision of “Progress for Humanity.” The foundation’s efforts to provide proactive healthcare in hard-to-reach areas reflect its broader commitment to improving the well-being of communities across India.
Conclusion
Hyundai’s Sparsh Sanjeevani initiative is a shining example of how corporate social responsibility (CSR) can play a pivotal role in addressing healthcare disparities. By leveraging technology and innovative solutions like telemedicine centers and mobile medical units, Hyundai is making quality healthcare accessible to some of India’s most isolated communities. As the program continues to expand, it promises to make a lasting impact on the healthcare landscape of rural India.
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