28 March 2020 – Launched national telemedicine hub

Intervention Categories: Planning and strategy; Creation of or release of plans; Listening to scientists or health/other experts; Finance policy and financial aid; Financial aid to health services
Level of Jurisdiction: National

Overview: The Government of India launched a national teleconsultation centre (CoNTeC) in New Delhi.

Via the centre, expert doctors from various clinical domains will be available 24/7 to answer questions from specialists all over the country.

The centre will use ordinary mobile telephone as well as two way video using WhatsApp, Skype and Google Duo.
Full details here: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1608907