India’s healthcare landscape has witnessed significant improvements over the years, yet accessibility, affordability, and quality of healthcare remain critical challenges, especially in rural and remote regions. In a country where nearly 70% of the population resides in villages and 80% of specialists are concentrated in urban areas, the healthcare gap is evident. Despite the establishment of Sub-Centres, Primary Health Centres (PHCs), and Community Health Centres (CHCs) under various national health programs, many remote communities still struggle to access even basic medical services.

To bridge this gap, Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) have emerged as a transformative solution—delivering quality healthcare directly to underserved populations, eliminating the need for long and costly travel to distant healthcare facilities.

MMU Operations in Uttarakhand

Currently, five MMUs are serving the state across the following districts:

Each MMU is staffed with a qualified doctor and a nurse and is equipped with basic medical devices, including:

These MMUs operate on a pre-scheduled visit plan, ensuring that healthcare services reach even the most remote villages at no cost to the beneficiaries.

Key Benefits of MMUs

A Step Towards Universal Health Coverage

By eliminating travel barriers and financial constraints, these MMUs are strengthening rural healthcare delivery and ensuring that no one is left behind in the journey toward better health.