PAU, Ludhiana hospital unveil video on CPR

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, and Dayanand Medical College and Hospital (DMCH) unveiled a short video on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on the PAU campus. The launch event was graced by Bishav Mohan, professor and head of Cardiology Department, DMCH, along with his team, Satbir Singh Gosal, PAU VC, Rishi Pal Singh, registrar, PAU, and other university officers. The video, approximately three minutes in duration, is a product of the two institutions’ collaborative efforts to spread awareness on CPR.

Highlighting the importance of CPR, Mohan explained that it was a critical emergency procedure performed when the heart stops beating. He emphasised that timely and correctly performed CPR could significantly enhance the chances of survival in cardiac arrest cases. “Our goal is not only to provide medical care, but also to empower the community with life-saving knowledge. Initiatives like this video can instill confidence in handling medical emergencies,” he remarked.

Gosal said, “This short video delivers concise and practical guidance on handling cardiac arrest situations without any medical equipment until professional help arrives.”

Rishi Pal Singh underlined the importance of CPR training, stating that such techniques could be crucial in saving lives.