Dial 104 for health related queries. For, the Punjab Government on Tuesday launched a round-the-clock helpline to assist people, particularly in rural and interior areas, in getting information on health problems and access to a qualified doctor.
Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal launched the helpline by calling up its number ‘104’ and enquired about the services provided by the helpline. He expressed hope that it would act as a help desk for the people to avail health care and diagnostic facilities across the state.
“The primary objective of starting this helpline is to assist people, particularly living in rural and interior areas, in getting information on health problems and access to a qualified doctor. Medical advice will be given to the caller by providing basic tips and first aid requirements through this helpline,” said a spokesperson.
He said that when Badal rang up the helpline number, he did not reveal his identity and posed as an ordinary caller. After knowing the details about the functioning of the helpline, Badal told the operator about his identity and congratulated him for the successful launch of the helpline.