Setting the theme of ‘Swachh Maha Kumbh, Swasth Maha Kumbh’, the Prayagraj Mela Authority has come up with an elaborate plan to provide healthcare and latest medical facilities to devotees under a single roof with a Central Hospital.
Apart from a 100-bed central hospital, two dedicated hospitals are being set up to manage infectious diseases, ensuring health and safety of pilgrims from India and abroad.
Senior medical officer and in-charge of central hospital Dr Gaurav Dubey said, “In line with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s vision of ‘Swastha Maha Kumbh,’ a 100-bed central hospital at the Parade Ground has unlimited OPD capacity. Separate wards for men, women, and children are being set up, along with delivery rooms, an emergency ward, and doctor’s rooms. Special arrangements for tests, including OPD, X-ray, ultrasound, and ECG rooms, are also in place.”
In addition to Central Hospital, two 25-bed hospitals at Arail and Jhunsi, as well as eight smaller 20-bed hospitals with special facilities, have been set up to cater to the needs of pilgrims. Two hospitals are also dedicated to preventing infectious diseases.
Among the latest initiatives, the mela health authorities have introduced Artificial Intelligence (AI) in intensive care units (ICUs), aiming to enhance the quality of healthcare.
Being deployed for the first time within the mela area, the advanced AI Messaging Flow System is capable of interpreting and conveying the concerns of patients from any part of the world.
In case of any critical deterioration in a patient’s condition, the system will instantly alert the medical team, enabling swift action to ensure care.
Groundbreaking tech
A groundbreaking technology marks a significant step toward integration of digital innovation with healthcare during the world’s biggest religious congregation, setting a new standard for event medical management. For the first time, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being utilized to monitor the health of devotees, with a particular focus on ICU management.
Besides, a 10-bed ICU equipped with cutting-edge AI technology is also set up at the Central Hospital in the Mela area. Under this, special AI-enabled microphones are installed near each patient, capable of instantly translating 22 regional and 19 international languages into Hindi or English. This will bridge language barriers, enabling seamless communication between doctors and patients for effective treatment.
The advanced AI-enabled cameras are also installed throughout the ICU to monitor patient conditions in real time. These cameras, overseen by three senior specialists, will assess patients’ health and immediately alert the medical team if emergency intervention is required. The system will automatically message the team leader directly, ensuring prompt medical assistance within seconds.
The ICU also features telemedicine facilities, allowing patients to consult online with specialist doctors from Medanta Hospital when necessary. These experts can assess the patient’s condition remotely and provide crucial guidance to the on-site medical team, enhancing the quality and speed of care during Maha Kumbh.
Superspecialist & specialist DOCTORS
Apart from a 100-bed hospital being set up at the Parade, specialist doctors from AIIMS Rae Bareli and the Army Hospital have been assigned duties at central hospital to provide medical care throughout the mega religious event, further strengthening the health infrastructure for devotees. Superspecialist doctors have also been roped in to cater to patients with serious ailments.
Separate wards for men, women and kids
Separate wards for men, women, and children have been set up which will offer facilities like delivery rooms, emergency wards, and doctors’ rooms. Advanced diagnostic services and immediate medicine distribution will be available to ensure seamless healthcare to all attendees.
Two ICUs
In addition to the main hospital, eight smaller hospitals with 20 beds each are being prepared for devotees. Two ICUs with 10 beds each are being constructed by the Army Hospital in the mela ground and Arail area. Meanwhile, a 25-bed hospital in Jhunsi will include a 10-bed ICU, managed by AIIMS Rae Bareli, to provide round-the-clock healthcare facilities.
Bhishm cube
The state of the art ‘Bhishm Cube’ mobile hospital, which was previously deployed during the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony in Ayodhya on Jan 22 last year would be on-site to enhance emergency preparedness.
Each Bhishm Cube can treat up to 200 patients simultaneously, offering a range of facilities including surgical capabilities, diagnostic tools, and comprehensive patient care.
Built to be robust, waterproof, and lightweight, these units provide immediate treatment capabilities and leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics for real-time coordination, monitoring, and efficient medical management.
Bhishm Cube can be transported by hand, bicycle, or drone and can even be airdropped in critical situations. The unit can be fully operational within 12 minutes of deployment. Jointly developed and rigorously tested by the Indian Air Force, healthcare institutions, and defence technology experts, Bhishm Cube exemplifies cutting-edge innovation in mobile healthcare.
