Rajasthan Pushes for Faster Ambulance Access for Expectant Mothers

Jaipur, 3 October — The Rajasthan government is sharpening its focus on rapid ambulance delivery for expectant mothers, particularly those classified as high‑risk. Chief Secretary V. Srinivas led a comprehensive review of the “104 Janani Express” service, directing department heads to tighten the transport chain that connects pregnant women with hospitals.

Srinivas highlighted the necessity of a robust partnership between maternal health agencies and the Janani Express fleet, especially during critical moments. He ordered continuous monitoring of each ambulance’s deployment, asking field teams to identify and correct weaknesses promptly.

The chief secretary urged local officials to maximise the utilization of the 600‑vehicle fleet, guaranteeing that emergencies receive immediate attention. A granular inspection of the Janani Express call centre’s day‑to‑day processes was mandated, covering the entire journey from call receipt to vehicle dispatch.

To enable data‑driven decisions, the chief secretary asked that call records be integrated with monthly performance summaries for review by the Director of Reproductive and Child Health. This integration aims to improve the detection of high‑risk pregnancies and accelerate transport arrangements.

Future operational models were debated, with options ranging from open tendering to management by a public‑sector enterprise. NHM’s mission director reported that since its launch in January 2021, the service has assisted 1,886,048 beneficiaries up to 10 December 2025. The Rajasthan Medicare Relief Society currently runs the program, with the full fleet expected to be fully operational by July 2026.

The meeting featured senior officials from Health, Family Welfare, Finance, the State Nodal Officer, project directors, and other relevant departments.