On the occasion of World Health Day, the Indian Army has reasserted that it remains committed to providing essential medical assistance to people in need in the North East region. The Spokesperson, Ministry of Defence, informed that over the past year, Spear Corps of Indian Army, has conducted a series of medical camps, with special focus on remote areas of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura and the violence-affected state of Manipur.
In these endeavours, the Indian Army collaborated with civil specialists, including pediatricians, gynecologists and dental surgeons, to deliver comprehensive healthcare services. The impact of these efforts is evident in the significant attendance recorded at each camp, the Spokesperson said.
In Assam, Army has organised numerous medical camps, providing vital healthcare services to communities in Sonari, Charaideo, Digboi, Tinsukia, Deomali, Navrunpathar, Rupai, Talpathar, Phillobari, Jagun, Santak and Tokopahtar. These camps catered diverse range of needs, including general health check-ups, specialized consultations and treatments for various ailments.
In Arunachal Pradesh, the Corps has conducted medical camps in Bordumsa and Changlang, offering medical assistance to over 3000 individuals. These camps, were held in June, August and November last year and in January this year, addressing the healthcare needs of both Ex-Servicemen and civilians, ensuring that no one is left without access to essential medical care.
Tripura witnessed Indian Army’s dedication towards serving vulnerable populations, including orphans, with a medical check-up provided to children at an orphanage in Litchubagan, Agartala in February this year. This initiative underscores Army’s holistic approach to healthcare, encompassing the welfare of all segments of society.
In Manipur, where ethnic violence has displaced many, the Division organized approximately 70 medical camps, in last one year reaching out to communities in Bishnupur, Leimakhong, Moirang, Imphal East, Yaingangpokpi and various other locations. These camps not only provided medical assistance but also extended essential support to internally displaced persons (IDPs) residing in relief camps, ensuring that even amidst challenging circumstances, healthcare remained a priority.
This initiative aimed to bridge the gap in healthcare access exacerbated by the conflict, reaffirming the Indian Army’s commitment to serving communities in crisis and ensuring that essential medical assistance reaches those who need it the most.
Recently on 6th April 2024, the Army organised a Health Check-up Camp at Jagun, Tinsukia, Assam catering for the medical needs of villagers and students. Meanwhile, in Manipur, a Medical Camp was organized on 7th April 2024 in Tumakhong, Imphal East district, benefiting approximately 500 villagers from four villages.
On this World Health Day, Indian Army reaffirms its pledge to organize four mega medical camps in Manipur over the next two months, furthering its mission to ensure healthcare accessibility for all.
