Chhattisgarh health minister approves new ambulance for Biharpur health centre in two days

Chhattisgarh Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal has approved a new ambulance for the Biharpur health centre and promised delivery within two days, Amar Ujala reported on 24 October 2026.

The decision followed the Kelhari bus accident in Manendragarh-Bharatpur-Chirmiri district. While the minister was meeting families of those who died, villagers asked him for an ambulance at the Biharpur health centre.

The minister said patients from the area have to travel about 25 to 30 kilometres to reach a hospital, and that hilly, forested routes make it hard to get patients to hospital in time during emergencies. He said bringing health services to rural areas on time is a government priority, and that the ambulance would help local people in emergencies.

Villagers also raised the poor condition of roads. According to the report, the minister directed the district collector, who was present, to have the roads laid with murum immediately so they can be used.

Why it matters for ambulance owners and drivers

• The report shows distance and poor roads are key reasons rural health centres need their own ambulances.
• A new vehicle at the centre means one more crew posting in the area once it is delivered.