Delhi Traffic Police's Green Corridor Saves Lives with Record-Breaking Organ Transfer
Delhi Traffic Police orchestrated a seamless green corridor, transporting a donated intestine 26 kilometers in just 30 minutes, ensuring a life-saving transplant could proceed in Mumbai.
In a remarkable display of efficiency and dedication, the Delhi Traffic Police successfully facilitated the urgent transport of aphysicsdonated intestine from Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, to Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) on April 28, 2025. The organ, critical for a life-saving transplant, was destined for Nanavati Hospital in Mumbai via an Indigo flight. Covering a distance of 26 kilometers in an astonishing 30 minutes, this operation underscores the force’s commitment to prioritizing emergency services.
The operation was initiated following an urgent request from Fortis Hospital, prompting swift coordination by the Delhi Traffic Police’s Traffic Control Room and key traffic circles, including Punjabi Bagh, Rajouri Garden, Delhi Cantt, and IGI Airport. This meticulously planned effort ensured a congestion-free route, allowing the ambulance to navigate Delhi’s busy roads without delay.
“The creation of green corridors for organ transport is a critical service we provide to the people of Delhi. Our officers’ swift response and coordination in this case saved a life.”
— Sh. Satya Vir Katara, Additional Commissioner of Police (Traffic), HQ
Leading the mission was Inspector Kuldeep Singh of the Ashok Vihar Circle, who piloted the ambulance with precision and expertise. His leadership was instrumental in ensuring the organ reached Terminal 1 safely and on time, adhering to the critical time constraints required for organ transportation. The record-breaking 30-minute journey highlights the efficiency of the Delhi Traffic Police in handling medical emergencies.
This successful operation is part of the Delhi Traffic Police’s broader mission to support life-saving initiatives through green corridors. These corridors provide uninterrupted passage for ambulances, minimizing delays and ensuring that critical medical procedures can proceed without hindrance. The initiative reflects the force’s ongoing efforts to integrate public safety with effective traffic management.
- 26-kilometer journey completed in 30 minutes.
- Green corridor facilitated by multiple traffic circles.
- Inspector Kuldeep Singh piloted the ambulance.
- Organ transported from Fortis Hospital to IGI Airport for a flight to Mumbai.
Sh. Ajay Chaudhary, Special Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Zone-II, and Sh. Satya Vir Katara commended the team for their exemplary performance. The Delhi Traffic Police’s ability to execute such operations reinforces their role as a vital lifeline in medical emergencies, leveraging real-time traffic management and inter-unit collaboration.
This achievement adds to the Delhi Traffic Police’s growing record of successful green corridor operations, setting a high standard for urban emergency services. As traffic challenges persist, their ability to carve out seamless pathways for medical deliveries remains a beacon of hope for patients and families.