Chennai

According to a statement, ‘Ola Emergency’ has been enabled in the smartphone application. “The specialised category brings relief and a much-needed mobility solution to citizens who do not have a mode of transport to access hospital in case of a medical emergency,” the statement said.

The statement added that the service would be available in Chennai for all non-COVID related medical trips from home to hospitals and vice versa from June 19.

Ola has mapped over 350 hospitals across Chennai into the app and the service would also be available to ferry customers to and from Airports and Railway stations. The company has equipped all driver-partners with hygiene kits, safety equipment and implemented preventive measures. A flexible cancellation policy has also been introduced that allows either party to cancel the ride if they feel the other is not following the rules or not wearing a mask.