Chennai, 24 September 2026: Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Vanagaram launched two advanced life-support Smart ambulances as part of a collaborative initiative between, Billion Hearts Beating Foundation (BHB) Apollo Hospitals, and Marsh India to strengthen emergency medical response and improve access to timely critical care in Vanagaram and surrounding communities.

The initiative is being supported under Marsh India’s CSR programme, with the Billion Hearts Beating Foundation serving as the Project Implementing Partner and Apollo Hospitals providing clinical and emergency-care expertise. Together, the three organisations are working to strengthen the continuum of emergency care - from the point of distress and pre-hospital intervention to definitive treatment at the hospital.

The two advanced life-support ambulances have already been deployed for special medical camps across Vanagaram, supporting emergency preparedness and extending healthcare services closer to communities.

Speaking on this occasion, Dr. Ilankumaran Kaliamoorthy, CEO – Chennai Region, Apollo Hospitals said, “Our commitment has always been to strengthen the chain of emergency care, both inside and outside the hospital. These advanced life-support ambulances will significantly enhance our ability to reach patients during those crucial first minutes. The collaboration between Billion Hearts Beating Foundation, Apollo Hospitals and Marsh India demonstrate what can be achieved when corporate commitment, community-focused implementation and clinical expertise come together to address a critical healthcare need.”

Speaking about BHB’s role in the initiative, Ms E Avanthi Reddy, Chief Strategic Officer and Ms. Sudha Jhijaria, Head CSR Operation, Billion Hearts Beating Foundation, said, “At Billion Hearts Beating Foundation, we endeavour to take healthcare beyond hospital walls and closer to communities. As the Project Implementing Partner, we are committed to ensuring that this initiative translates into meaningful and measurable impact on the ground. With the support of Marsh India and the clinical expertise of Apollo Hospitals, these ambulances will help bridge the critical gap between an emergency and timely medical care. Together, we are building a stronger and more responsive emergency-care ecosystem for communities.”

Commenting on the collaboration, Mr. Sanjay Kedia, President and CEO of Marsh India, said, “Through our CSR initiative, we are proud to support Billion Hearts Beating Foundation and Apollo Hospitals to strengthen emergency medical response and improve access to critical care. This collaboration brings together resources, implementation expertise and clinical capabilities to help communities receive faster and more effective emergency support when it matters most.”

Also present at the event were Mr. Vijaya Varma S, Chief Operating Officer - Healthcare Logistics, Apollo Hospitals and Mr. Kaarthik Ramamurthy, Chief Operating Officer, Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Vanagaram.

The launch represents a shared commitment by Billion Hearts Beating Foundation, Apollo Hospitals and Marsh India to strengthen emergency healthcare infrastructure and improve access to timely medical intervention. By combining Marsh India’s CSR commitment, BHB’s community-based implementation and Apollo Hospitals’ clinical and emergency-care expertise, the partnership aims to create sustainable impact and strengthen emergency preparedness across communities. The initiative reflects a shared vision: to make emergency care faster, more accessible and more responsive because when it comes to saving lives, every second counts.