Gadwal: In a landmark initiative aimed at improving healthcare accessibility for rural populations, Dr. Bhalki Hospital, in association with Vistaar Finance Ltd and Seva Samarpaka Trust, inaugurated its Free Mobile Health Camp Ambulance at a grand ceremony held at Shri Lakshmi Venkateswara Temple, Upparwadi.

The event was graced by prominent personalities from healthcare, politics, finance, and social welfare. The hospital’s leading medical professionals—Dr. Nagaraja Bhalki, Surgeon (MS General Surgery), and Dr. Priya Bhalki, Physician (MD General Medicine)—took center stage at the inauguration, reinforcing their dedication to the cause of community health.

This CSR-driven initiative stands as a testimony to the collaborative commitment of Vistaar Finance Ltd, Seva Samarpaka Trust, and Dr. Bhalki Hospital to bridge the healthcare gap between urban and rural populations. The Free Mobile Health Camp Ambulance has been conceptualized to travel daily to peripheral areas in and around Raichur, offering free health screening programs, awareness drives, and essential medicines under the guiding principle: "Excellent healthcare for all."

A Strong Line-Up of Dignitaries

The ceremony witnessed the presence of several eminent guests:

Shri Rajanna Ji, Head of Seva Samarpaka Trust

Mr. Naveen, Regional Head, Vistaar Finance Ltd

Dr. Shivaraj Patil S, MLA, Raichur

Mr. Jubin Mahaputra, Commissioner, City Corporation

Shri B.V. Nayak, Former Member of Parliament

Shri Basangouda Byagawat, Ex-MLA, Manvi

Dr. Ramesh Sagar, In-charge, OPEC Hospital

Shri Shanmugappa, Chairman, Race School

Shri Eranna Maddikeri, President, Shri Venkateswara Temple

In his address, Shri Rajanna Ji praised the medical fraternity for their selfless commitment, emphasizing the noble intentions behind such social service endeavors. He noted the urgent need for such initiatives in a country where rural healthcare infrastructure often falls short.

Dr. Shivaraj Patil, MLA, underscored the importance of continuous service delivery and urged the local population to make full use of the medical services offered. “Sustained utilization is key to the success of such outreach programs,” he stated.

Words from the Visionaries

Dr. Nagaraja Bhalki, the visionary behind the project, spoke with heartfelt conviction, stating, “Every individual should have seva manobhava (spirit of service) and give back to the community.” He emphasized that the mobile unit is not a one-time gesture but a long-term commitment to daily visits in rural villages around Raichur, bringing free consultation, treatment, and medicine to those in need.

A Model for Rural Healthcare

This project is poised to become a model for sustainable rural healthcare delivery, focusing on early disease detection, treatment access, and community health education. It also demonstrates how partnerships between private healthcare providers, financial institutions, and social trusts can produce impactful results.

With an eye on inclusivity and grassroots impact, the ambulance service will function as a roving clinic, targeting underprivileged populations who often forgo medical treatment due to lack of access, awareness, or affordability.

Conclusion

The Free Mobile Health Camp Ambulance represents a commendable fusion of social responsibility and medical professionalism. In an era where urban-rural divides in healthcare still persist, this initiative provides a beacon of hope for many remote communities. As the wheels of the mobile health unit begin to turn, so does a renewed commitment to health equity in Raichur and beyond.

The event concluded with blessings from the temple authorities and a symbolic flag-off of the ambulance, setting in motion a journey of service, healing, and social transformation.