Indian Mission advises to use eCARe facility for transport of bodies
New Delhi, Aug 19: The Consulate General of India in Shanghai on Monday advised Indian nationals to use the eCARe facility for bringing any dead body to India.
Developed by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the e-Clearance for Afterlife Remains (eCARe) portal aims to expedite the process of obtaining public health clearances for bringing dead bodies to India.
The eCARe Clearance Portal electronically conducts clearance processes of dead bodies/human remains to make government functioning more efficient. It has been developed as a standard reusable product that can be replicated by all governments.
The portal integrates all stakeholders on a single interface, including the recipient, Airport Health Organizations (APHO) and airlines. It also facilitates smooth and timely clearance of documents with automated periodic alerts and live status tracking, according to the advisory issued.
Using the eCARe portal will help in smooth and quick transportation of the mortal remains to India. Indian citizens who wish to bring the mortal remains of their loved ones to India for cremation can use the services of the eCARe portal.
For transportation of human remains to Indian airports, specific documents are required: Body Preservation Certificate, Death Certificate, No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Indian Embassy, ​​cancelled copy of passport and Certificate of packaging of human remains as per WHO guidelines. Additional optional documents include certificate or endorsement by the recipient and supporting documents such as medical history if requested.
Public Health Clearance as per Indian Aircraft (Public Health) Rules, 1954 and International Health Regulations, 2005 is mandatory for all mortal remains being brought to India from abroad.
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