India Deploys ‘Aarogya Maitri’ Healthcare Infrastructure in Jamaica
In April 2026, the Government of India(GoI) deployed its Aarogya Maitri (BHISHM Cube) healthcare system in Jamaica, marking a key step in Humanitarian Diplomacy And Relief (HADR) framework and strengthening ties with Caribbean nations (CARICOM).
In April 2026, the Government of India(GoI) deployed its Aarogya Maitri (BHISHM Cube) healthcare system in Jamaica, marking a key step in Humanitarian Diplomacy And Relief (HADR) framework and strengthening ties with Caribbean nations (CARICOM).
- The initiative was guided by the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) and implemented in coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
About Arogya Maitri / BHISHM Cube:
Overview: The BHISHM (Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog Hita & Maitri) Cube is the world’s first portable, modular hospital designed for rapid deployment during disasters or in remote areas.
Features: 72 mini-cubes forming specialized pods, equipped with an operation theatre, mini-ICU (Intensive Care Unit), ventilators, diagnostics, and basic utilities, and can be deployed in under 12 minutes to treat severe injuries of up to 200 patients for 48 hours.
Deployment: RailTel Corporation of India focuses on technology-driven solutions and timely service delivery to strengthen disaster resilience. Green Genome India Private Limited will provide technical expertise for portable diagnostics and field deployment.
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