Oxygen-on-Wheels for Covid 19 Patients Launched by Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO)
Oxygen-on-Wheels for Covid 19 Patients Launched by Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO) in associati on with Greater Chennai Corporation
Specialty Buses laden with Oxygen Concentrators to be deployed outside Govt Hospitals
Chennai, May 05, 2021: As nature turns its vehemence on humanity with a raging pandemic, the second wave of Covid-19 has wreaked havoc in the country. The healthcare infrastructure is facing an unprecedented challenge as hospitals across the country are crumbling due to shortage of life saving equipments such as ventilators and oxygen concentrators.
In tandem with its tradition of fulfilling social responsibility, Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO) has co me forward to lend a helping hand to the Govt of Tamil Nadu in strengthening its fight against the Covid-19 pa ndemic with the launch of its relief project “Oxygen on Wheels” in association with the Greater Chennai Corpo ration to address the Oxygen deficit faced by hospitals across the city.
As an immediate measure, JITO has set up 4 dedicated Specialty Buses, each laden with 6 Oxygen Concentrators to be deployed outside government hospitals. Each of these buses can handle a minimum of six patients and can provide great relief to patients queuing up for admission.
“Through this Critical Golden hour initiative, we are hoping to save as many lives as we can to minimize the cau sality that could arise as a result of nonavailability of beds. We have arranged for six oxygen concentrator mach ines along with two refillable cylinders. These vehicles will operate 24/7 and will cater to the urgent requiremen ts of government hospitals in the city – Said DK Jain, chairman JITO Seva.
Expressing his concern over the rising number of deaths outside hospitals Mr. Anil Jain, JITO Seva, added that JITO’s efforts towar ds Covid-19 relief cover almost everything from raising funds to sustain the government’s relief efforts, providing Covid care cen ters, ER beds, oxygen concentrators and monetary support.
“We have set up Jito Covid Care centers in association with Bhar atiraja hospital, T-Nagar where a total of 36 be ds have been reserved in this regard in addition to beds arranged in association with Apollo Hospitals at their Qu arantine facility at Regenta Deccan. – He said. To make things convenient, a covid helpline number – “Jito for your helpline” (+91-9-43-43-43-430) by JITO youth has also been set up for people to reach out for help.”
Besides JITO has also tied up with Bhaarath Medical College and Hospital, Selayur, Chennai, and are launching our own ER & MEDICARE CENTRE with ICU and CPAP Beds. This facility is available exclusively for our fellow JAINS with top class facilities like 24 hours service care, Healthy Jain Food, etc and under expert doctor’s assistance. – He added.
The key re representatives presents during the launch of Oxygen on Wheels” included DK Jain-Chairperson, Bh arat Kanti Doshi-Chief Secretary, Khimraj Sakariya & Pramod Chordia – Convenors and Anil Jain – JATE Presid ent.
