More Than Just A Siren: Inside The Lives Behind Ambulance Services In Imphal And Manipur
“Tamo, our job is full of mixed feelings,” said Lollenson, an ALS ambulance pilot with JCREmeds, as we chatted outside their Imphal base.
“Sometimes we fight against odds, sometimes we are just holding on. One moment we are racing to save a life… and the next, we are stuck in traffic with no one giving way—even with sirens blaring and lights flashing—while our EMT team inside is trying to stop someone from bleeding out.”
This is the unseen world of emergency ambulance services in Manipur.
Ambulance: Not Just a Vehicle, But a Mobile Lifeline
About a decade ago, ambulance services in Imphal were limited and largely reserved for hospital staff or referred patients. Public access was rare. But the COVID-19 pandemic, along with a growing demand for personalised healthcare, changed everything.
Today, one can find multiple 24×7 ambulance services in Imphal, including JCREmeds, offering Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulances equipped with modern technology. Yet, a widespread misconception remains:
Many still see ambulances as mere transport vehicles—forgetting the life-saving care that begins before reaching the hospital.
From fracture stabilisation to airway management, EMT-certified professionals inside these vehicles are already at work during the crucial golden hour—the first 60 minutes after a medical emergency when the right care can mean survival.
Real Stories, Real Impact
Arben, a JCREmeds staffer, was once heading home when he saw a man collapse at Chingmeirong traffic point, showing signs of a stroke. He immediately called his team. Within minutes, the JCREmeds ambulance was on-site and rushed the patient to Raj Medicity.
“That day, I felt proud. Our system worked. A call, a fast ambulance and a life was saved.”
This is the power of timely patient transfer services in Manipur.
The Hidden Challenges Ambulance Teams Face
Despite their essential role, ambulance teams face roadblocks—literally and figuratively:
- Refuse to give way, even to emergency ambulance services in Manipur
- Some believe sirens are used irresponsibly when ambulances travel empty—not realizing they are en-route to pick up a critical patient
- During political unrest or violence, teams often risk crossfire, mob interference and even attack
Still, they carry on—through bad roads, tight lanes, night shifts and emotional fatigue, because every call matters.
JCREmeds takes that trust seriously. All ambulance staff undergo EMT training, follow strict medical protocols, and use equipment such as:
- Stretchers with safety belts to stabilize injuries
- Oxygen support and cardiac monitoring
- Defibrillators, suction devices and ventilators in ALS units
Our ALS ambulances in Imphal truly function like mini ICUs on wheels.
What All Can Do: Small Actions, Big Difference
To help make ambulance services in Manipur more effective:
- Always give way to ambulances
- Do not assume sirens are misused—trust the urgency
- Share exact locations and patient details when calling
- Respect ambulance staff—they are not drivers, they are trained responders
- Raise awareness in your neighbourhood or village
How to Reach JCREmeds for Emergency Ambulance Services
Whether it is a trauma case, maternal emergency or inter-hospital transfer, JCREmeds offers:
- 24×7 emergency ambulance service in Imphal and nearby districts
- BLS and ALS units with trained medical staff
- Coverage across Imphal East, Imphal West, Thoubal, Bishnupur and beyond
- Quick booking via phone or WhatsApp
A call could save a life.
JCREmeds believe an ambulance is not just a vehicle—it is the first critical touchpoint in saving lives. And in that moment, every second counts.
So next time you hear the siren, do not just move aside. Recognise the life it is trying to reach.