The leading cause of heart attack fatalities nationwide is delayed medical intervention. Women and senior citizens often find themselves helpless during roadside emergencies due to the absence of immediate aid. To tackle this issue, five students from Ujjain’s Government Engineering College have invented an advanced device that promises to be a game-changer. This technology ensures prompt assistance during crises, such as heart attacks, attacks by strangers, robberies, or road accidents, making it invaluable in any urgent situation. Developed in just three months by fourth-year Electronics and Communication students Mohit Kumar, Harsh Shrivastava, Rahul Singh Rawat, Om Krishna Kumar Jaiswal, and Vishal Raghuvanshi, under Professor Y.S. Thakur’s mentorship, the device is a significant innovation.
Ideal for Crowded Events Like Simhastha Kumbh
Professor Thakur, who guided the project, highlighted the device’s potential in densely populated settings, particularly during Ujjain’s Simhastha Kumbh Mela. Held in the summer, the event poses risks like heat-related emergencies. The device enables users to send distress signals with their precise location, which can be tracked instantly. Currently in its prototype stage, the device is bulky but could evolve into a compact mobile app or smartwatch. It automatically activates a live video feed if a user’s blood pressure crosses critical thresholds (above 78 or below 60), facilitating swift aid. Integration with cyber cells is also possible for added functionality.