Sammprada Hospital Trains Over 200 Taxi Drivers in Emergency First Aid on Republic Day
Bengaluru, January 29, 2026:
Sammprada Hospital marked Republic Day by participating in a community outreach programme organised by the Banashankari Taxi Drivers Association, aimed at strengthening emergency response awareness among taxi drivers in Bengaluru.
The programme saw active participation from over 200 taxi drivers and was graced by Shri L. K. Ravi Subramanya, Hon’ble MLA, Basavanagudi. Sammprada Hospital was represented by Dr. A. (Wg Cdr) Nagasubramania, who shared the dais with the Hon’ble MLA during the event.
As part of the initiative, Dr. Nagasubramania conducted a structured first-aid training session, equipping taxi drivers with essential life-saving skills required during medical emergencies involving passengers and commuters. The training focused on practical response measures for situations such as road traffic accidents, sudden medical emergencies, and trauma, enabling drivers to provide immediate assistance until professional medical services arrive.
To reinforce the importance of preparedness and timely intervention on city roads, first-aid kits sponsored by Sammprada Hospital were distributed to all participating drivers by the Hon’ble MLA.
The initiative highlighted the vital role taxi drivers often play as first responders during emergencies and emphasised the need for basic medical preparedness in public transport services. The programme also reflected Sammprada Hospital’s ongoing commitment to community health, road safety, and public awareness, particularly through preventive education and grassroots engagement.
By empowering taxi drivers with practical emergency response skills, Sammprada Hospital aims to contribute to safer roads and quicker medical intervention for Bengaluru’s commuters.
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