Uber India introduces ‘UberMedic’ cab service for COVID-19 healthcare workers

By Vasan G.S. • Updated On 1 Apr 2020

Like
Comment
Share

Businesses across the board are stepping up and doing their part in alleviating the Covid 19 crisis. Uber India is the new one to come forward. The company has launched the ‘UberMedic’ program, whereby its wide network of drivers and technologies will be employed in transporting medical workers.

Uber has a big scale in India, at least in the major cities. Just the other year, it reported 14 million passengers a week in the subcontinent. Now, with that grasp on the market, the brand should be of some help in these tough times.

How UberMedic works

Under this new initiative, top-rated drivers and dedicated cars will be assigned to healthcare authorities or hospitals. The cabs will be used for the conveyance of frontline healthcare providers to and from their homes as well to health care and medical facilities.

ALSO READ: Vivo Phones Price Hike after 18% GST

This will be a 24/7 service.

The drivers will be equipped with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hand sanitizers, gloves, disinfectant sprays, and face masks.

They will also be well-trained in COVID-19 related safety protocols, such as not allowing riders to sit in the front passenger seat.

The cabbies will be given dedicated phone support too.

ALSO READ: Xiaomi Phones Prices after 18% GST

Uber also welcomes whomsoever wants to partner with them on this noble cause. Also, in case you know of hospitals who are looking for mobility solutions for their health workers, please contact Uber India at 080 4685 2190 between 8 am and 8 pm, or email at uberIndia-covid-help@uber.com

Vasan G.S.

An inquisitive mind who spends a big chunk of the day keenly tracking every emerging detail and is responsible for quickly passing on important developments to Smartprix followers. He loves to stay in his bubble scripting his destiny involving amazing technology and people with good character, passion, and brilliance.

Google Pixel 7 Pro User Shares Frustrating Reality of Google Service Centers in India

The service experience at Google Pixel service centers in India can be mixed, as illustrated by a recent experience shared by a user-facing slow charging issues with his Google Pixel 7 Pro. This article delves into the specifics of his ordeal and the challenges encountered with the service center. The Service Center Saga The user’s journey (MohipGhosh1 …

Uber Adds Free VoIP Calling Feature To Its App In India

Uber rolls out the VoIP feature to communicate with drivers through the company’s app. A handy feature which hit the international markets back in October is finally available in India. This could prove cost-effective when you don’t have a sufficient call balance on the registered number. So, you still have the option to make regular voice …

How to book Covid Booster Vaccine Appointment Slot

Covid 19 is back in almost 70 countries of the world. The situation in countries like China is alarming with the country registering 10 lakh covid cases and 5000 deaths daily due to the BF. 7 variant. While the neighboring countries have been battling the disease, the government has started keeping India on red alert.…

Ola Launches Parcel Service Across India, Challenging Swiggy Genie for Intracity Deliveries

Ola, the renowned taxi service in India, has unveiled a new delivery category that will revolutionize parcel transportation across the country. Yes, you read it correctly; the company is introducing a service similar to Swiggy Genie and Dunzo, designed to pick up consignments from point A and swiftly deliver them to point B. As per …

BMW i5 M60 xDrive High-Performance Electric Luxury Arrives in India at Rs. 1.19 Crore: Powertrain and Design

BMW India has introduced the high-performance i5 M60 xDrive in India, priced at Rs. 1.19 crore (ex-showroom). This electric sedan, unveiled globally last year, is based on the new-gen BMW 5 Series and represents the most powerful variant of the EV lineup with the m60. It joins BMW India’s expanding range of electric vehicles, which …