New Delhi, April 15 -- The Government of Delhi is set to strengthen its emergency healthcare services with the upcoming launch of 20 advanced geriatric ambulances, specially designed to cater to the unique medical needs of elderly patients. These ambulances will be equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring improved response time and enhanced pre-hospital care for senior citizens across the city.

Currently, the Centralised Accident and Trauma Services (CATS) operates 331 ambulances through its centralised control room (toll-free number 102), which is also integrated with the 112 Emergency Response Support System (ERSS). With the addition of these dedicated geriatric ambulances, the total fleet strength will increase to 351 ambulan...