Drones are becoming increasingly crucial in healthcare for delivering supplies to remote areas quickly.

ICMR aims to streamline medical provisions' distribution from regional hospitals in Keylong to over eight primary health centers (PHCs) in the region.

The inaugural flight successfully transported medications and diagnostic samples, significantly reducing the time compared to road transport.

The drone swiftly covered 20 kilometers in just 26 minutes, a significant time reduction from the previous 120 minutes.

ICMR plans to conduct more test flights in the coming days.

This initiative is seen as a game-changer for healthcare in remote and challenging geographical areas.

It also offers the potential to save lives in emergencies and challenging conditions.

The research will provide insights into the utility of drones in these regions and whether they can complement traditional medical supply methods in difficult terrain.

The project received support from state health authorities and local administrative officials.