- 66th Mobile Medical Unit inaugurated by CM Bhupendra Patel to serve farming and industrial communities in Mehsana
Equipped with IoT and AI technologies, the initiative bridges healthcare gaps while inspiring global volunteerism and social responsibility
NE HEALTH BUREAU
AHMEDABAD, OCT 16
Aster Volunteers, the global CSR arm of Aster DM Healthcare, in collaboration with Ganpat University, has launched a state-of-the-art Mobile Medical Service Unit in Mehsana, aimed at extending accessible and affordable healthcare to underserved rural populations across Gujarat. The initiative was flagged off by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, reaffirming the state’s vision of inclusive and compassionate healthcare for all.
The 66th Mobile Medical Unit under the Aster Volunteers Mobile Medical Services (AVMMS) programme is equipped with advanced diagnostic tools, IoT-enabled data systems, and AI-powered health monitoring. It is designed to reach thousands across rural farming communities and corporate workforce clusters, providing essential medical consultation, diagnostics, and medicines at their doorsteps.
The modern facility includes a patient waiting area and registration desk, a vital data collection point, a mini lab with refrigerated storage, secure medicine dispensing, a general consultation room, and space for health education and awareness sessions. An expandable awning provides shaded space for outreach activities in the field.
Speaking at the launch, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said, “I congratulate Ganpat University and Aster DM Healthcare for this thoughtful initiative. The Mobile Medical Unit will take modern medical services to rural communities, furthering Gujarat’s vision of accessible, affordable, and compassionate healthcare for all.”
Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder and Chairman, Aster DM Healthcare, added, “The launch of this Mobile Medical Unit in Mehsana marks a significant step toward bringing quality healthcare closer to those who need it most. Guided by our mission of ‘We’ll Treat You Well,’ this unit is more than just a vehicle — it is a lifeline delivering hope, healing, and dignity to families in rural Gujarat.”
Dr. Ganpat I. Patel, President & Patron-in-Chief, Ganpat University, noted, “This initiative reflects our enduring commitment to serve society through education and healthcare. Together with The modern facility includes a patient waiting area and registration desk, a vital data collection point, a mini lab with refrigerated storage, secure medicine dispensing, a general consultation room, and space for health education and awareness sessions, we aim to reach every corner of rural India with the promise of timely, quality medical care.”
The Aster Volunteers Mobile Medical Services (AVMMS) programme is a pioneering CSR initiative that bridges healthcare accessibility gaps through free medical camps, community screening drives, and disaster relief support. Since inception, AVMMS has served over 2.5 million individuals across India, the Middle East, and Africa, and now operates a global fleet of 66 mobile units, including deployments across Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Bihar, Haryana, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, Jammu & Kashmir, and other states.
By combining cutting-edge technology with compassion, the Aster-Ganpat partnership exemplifies how public–private collaboration can empower communities, inspire volunteerism, and redefine the reach of healthcare delivery from Gujarat to the globe.
