DIG AJAY KUMAR SAHNI (IPS) INAUGURATES ‘JEEVAN RAKSHAK’ AMBULANCE APP at SRMS INSTITUTE of MEDICAL SCIENCES on WORLD TRAUMA DAY 2026 | CALLS for STRONGER TRAUMA RESPONSE through POLICE–HOSPITAL COLLABORATION

When every second matters, preparedness can save lives. On WORLD TRAUMA DAY today, October 17, the Department of Emergency Medicine & Trauma, SRMS Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS), Bareilly, brought the spotlight on the importance of Golden Hour, first-responder training and coordinated emergency care.

The programme was graced and inaugurated by Shri Ajay Kumar Sahni (IPS), DIG Police (Bareilly Zone), as the Chief Guest, and opened with a panel discussion on ‘Golden Hour in Trauma’, a demonstration of the Trauma First Responder Course, featuring SRMS IMS experts-Dr SK Rai (HOD, Emergency Medicine & Trauma), Dr Shashank Sah, Dr Apoorva and Dr Satish Kaushik, with Dr Harshit Agarwal (MCh -Trauma Surgery). The discussion highlighted the need to recognize trauma emergencies & ensure prompt intervention.

A key highlight was the inauguration of ‘Jeevan Rakshak’ Ambulance App by the DIG, following a demonstration by MBBS students who developed it to strengthen emergency response and connect people in need with timely assistance. Addressing the gathering, Shri Ajay Sahni stressed the importance of Golden Hour and swift action in emergencies. He also emphasized collaboration between SRMS IMS and the Police to advance Trauma First Responder training.

Aditya Murti, Director Administration, delivered an impactful address on preparedness, collective responsibility and stronger coordination between healthcare professionals and first responders to build a more responsive emergency-care ecosystem. The programme also honored SEVEN TRAUMA SURVIVORS and recognised quiz winners. Towards the end, in a special gesture, Aditya Murti presented a memento to Shri Ajay Kumar Sahni.