Zomato-owned Blinkit has launched a 10-minute ambulance delivery service in Gurugram, starting with five ambulances. CEO Albinder Dhindsa stated the service aims to expand to major cities in two years, with no profit goal. Basic life support (BLS) ambulances can be booked via the Blinkit app.
Ambulance services highlights
Blinkit’s entry into ambulance services highlights the challenge of ambulance availability in India, Where many struggle to access them during emergencies due to limited supply and high costs, especially for advanced Life support ambulances.
service will charge a flat fee of Rs 2,000
Dhindsa said Blinkit’s ambulances are equipped with life saving equipment like oxygen Cylinders, AED, Stretcher, monitor and emergency medicines. Each ambulance includes a paramedic, assistant and driver. The service aims to be affordable, with no profit goal, focusing on long-term solutions.Dhindsa shared that Blinkit’s ambulance service will charge a flat fee of Rs 2,000.
Need for more ambulances on India’s roads
The Covid-19 pandemic revealed the severe shortage of ambulances in India, with many struggling to access one during emergencies. Additionally, the high cost of ambulances often makes them unaffordable for many.
Shashi Rai
