SeHAT to provide telemedicine services to armed forces

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has launched the advance version of ‘Services e-Health Assistance and Tele-consultation (SeHAT) OPD portal through video conferencing

GN Bureau | May 29, 2021


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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has launched the advanced version of ‘Services e-Health Assistance and Tele-consultation (SeHAT) OPD portal through video conferencing on May 27, 2021. The portal provides telemedicine services to the serving Armed Forces personnel, veterans and their families. This is the final version of the SeHAT OPD portal with advanced safety features. The trial version was made functional in August 2020 more than 6,500 medical consultations have already been carried on the beta version by service doctors. 

Speaking on the occasion, Rajnath Singh lauded the Department of Military Affairs (DMA), Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS), Integrated Defence Staff (IDS), Centre for Development of Artificial Computing (C-DAC) Mohali and other organisations involved in the development of the portal, saying that it reflects the Government’s commitment to 'Digital India' and 'e-governance'. “It has always been our endeavour to provide better, faster and transparent facilities to our countrymen,” he underlined. The Raksha Mantri described the SeHAT OPD portal as a great example of innovation, especially at a time when the nation is fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. He said the portal will help reduce the load on hospitals and patients will be able to get contactless consultations easily and effectively.
 
The Raksha Mantri urged the AFMS to consider adding specialist doctors to this portal and incorporating the service of delivery of medicines to the homes of the Service personnel. This will provide additional services and ensure greater convenience to the Armed Forces personnel, he said. Rajnath Singh suggested that regular feedback of beneficiaries should be obtained for improved delivery of services. 
 
Rajnath Singh commended the role being played by DRDO and the Armed Forces in the fight against the second COVID-19 wave. He made special mention of the COVID hospitals and Oxygen Generation plants being set up by DRDO at many places across the country including Delhi, Lucknow, Gandhinagar & Varanasi as well as the development of the 2-DG drug to fight the virus. He also appreciated AFMS for deploying additional medical professionals in COVID hospitals and effectively dealing with the surge in cases. Rajnath Singh lauded the Indian Air Force and Indian Navy for working tirelessly to transport oxygen and other critical medical equipment on time from within the country and abroad. He urged them not to let their guard down and continue their efforts with dedication until the war against COVID-19 is won. 

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