The Central Ayurvedic Research Institute (CARI), under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of Ayush, has expanded its community health capabilities with the induction of a new ambulance sponsored by the National Backward Classes Finance and Development Corporation (NBCFDC) through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative.
The vehicle was officially flagged off at a ceremony attended by: Prof. Vaidya Rabinarayan Acharya, Director General, CCRAS; Ms. Neelam Mudgal, AGM (Finance & CSR), NBCFDC; Dr. N. Srikanth, Deputy Director General, CCRAS; Dr. A.K. Dwivedi, NCISM; Dr. Pratap Makhija, OSD to DG CCRAS; Dr. A.K. Meena, A.D (Chem.), CCRAS; Mr. Anurag Agrawal, Consultant, CCRAS; and Dr. Hemant Panigrahi, Institute In-Charge, CCRAS-CARI, New Delhi, along with other senior officials and media representatives.
The ambulance will enhance CCRAS-CARI’s capacity for patient transfer and referrals, emergency response, research-linked patient logistics, and support for outreach health camps, strengthening the institute’s operational reach across New Delhi.
The officials emphasized the importance of reliable emergency transport in improving healthcare access, particularly for underserved communities. Prof. Vaidya Rabinarayan Acharya highlighted the contribution of NBCFDC and outlined future initiatives, including village adoption programs under CSR to support comprehensive healthcare delivery and research. Ms. Neelam Mudgal reaffirmed NBCFDC’s commitment to inclusive development through strategic CSR investments, while Dr. N. Srikanth noted the ambulance’s role in bridging logistical gaps in patient care and outreach activities. Dr. Hemant Panigrahi stressed the institute’s commitment to maximizing the vehicle’s use and maintenance for public benefit.
The event concluded with a formal flag-off and a demonstration of the ambulance’s features, marking its entry into active public service.
