BASANTGARH, Oct 17: The Indian Army, under the aegis of Operation Sadbhavana, conducted the first day of a two-day Mega Medical Camp at Government Higher Secondary School, Basantgarh, District Doda, to provide free healthcare services and specialised medical assistance to residents of remote and underserved areas.
The camp witnessed an encouraging response, with approximately 600 patients registering for medical assistance. A dedicated team of medical professionals provided comprehensive healthcare services, including general medicine, eye examinations, dental care, cardiac screening, respiratory care and ENT consultations, with special attention to elderly citizens, women and children.
Free medicines were distributed to beneficiaries. Assistive devices, including wheelchairs, crutches, walkers and hearing aids, were also distributed to needy beneficiaries based on their medical requirements.
The camp further facilitated early identification of health concerns, preventive healthcare awareness and guidance for further treatment.
The initiative brought essential healthcare services closer to remote communities, reducing travel hardships and providing much-needed medical assistance.
Local residents appreciated the Indian Army’s compassionate efforts towards improving healthcare accessibility, enhancing community welfare and strengthening mutual trust and goodwill. The Mega Medical Camp will continue on 18 October 2026, extending medical services to additional beneficiaries from Basantgarh and adjoining villages.
The initiative reaffirms the Indian Army’s commitment to humanitarian assistance, community welfare and strengthening civil-military relations under Operation Sadbhavana.