Nazira, 9th January 2025: In a major step towards enhancing safety and emergency response, ONGC Assam Asset added 65 new ambulances to its fleet. The ambulances were flagged off today by ED-Asset Manager, Shri Bhaskar Chowdary Nettem at ONGC’s Logistics Department in Sivasagar. The event was graced by the presence of Managing Director of Assam State Transport Corporation (ASTC), Shri Chinmoy Prakash Phookan, ACS, senior officials from ONGC, ASTC, M/s Force Motors and representatives of the collectives of workforce from ONGC.
Speaking at the event, ED-Asset Manager Bhaskar Chowdary Nettem highlighted the significance of safety in ONGC’s operations. “Ensuring safety and security is integral to our mission of achieving excellence in oil and gas production. The introduction of these ambulances demonstrates our commitment to prioritizing the well-being of our employees and stakeholders,” he said. He also commended the team’s dedication and meticulous planning in executing the hiring process.
This initiative follows the successful allocation of 372 light motor vehicles to local youths through a lottery-based tendering process, an effort that garnered widespread appreciation from the local community and organizations.
Managing Director of ASTC, Chinmoy Prakash Phookan, ACS, expressed gratitude for ONGC’s continued partnership with ASTC, noting how such initiatives support ASTC’s growth and sustainability. “This collaboration is a testament to ONGC’s commitment to empower local institutions. We look forward to strengthening this valuable relationship further,” he said. The MD, ASTC also reiterated its commitment to deliver uninterrupted services to ONGC.
Manager (T)-I/c Logistics Ashish Kumar Mishra delivered the welcome address. The new fleet includes 63 nos. ambulances equipped with essential features like foldable seats, swiveling fans, autoloader stretchers, and provisions for 2.2L oxygen cylinders. These ambulances will be strategically deployed across ONGC Assam Asset’s operational sites, including drill locations, workover rigs, production installations.
Two nos. Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulances, fitted with critical life-saving equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, suction pumps, and oxygen delivery systems have also been hired. These two ALS ambulances will be deployed at ONGC Hospital in Sivasagar, and ONGC Nazira dispensary, ensuring prompt emergency response. All these ambulances are hired through ASTC for a period of five years.
With this significant investment, ONGC Assam Asset reaffirms its dedication to operational safety, ensuring its emergency response systems are among the best in the industry.
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Corporate Communications, ONGC, Assam Asset
