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Assam Rifles Mega Medical Camp Aids 2000 in Manipur Border Village

The Assam Rifles organized a mega specialist medical camp in Manipur's Tengnoupal district, which borders Myanmar. Nearly 2,000 local civilians received consultations, examinations, and free medicines from doctors of the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal. The camp provided vital services in ophthalmology, general medicine, paediatrics, gynaecology, dentistry, and orthopaedics, particularly benefiting women, children, and the elderly. This initiative is part of the Indian Army's ongoing Operation Sadbhavana, aimed at supporting civilian welfare and strengthening community bonds in remote regions.

Key Points: Assam Rifles Medical Camp Serves Manipur Border Village

  • 2000 locals received care
  • Specialists from RIMS Imphal participated
  • Focus on women, children & elderly
  • Part of Army's civic action program
  • Strengthens community-security forces bond
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Assam Rifles organise mega medical camp under 'Operation Sadbhavana' in Manipur border village

Assam Rifles, with RIMS specialists, provides free healthcare to 2000 residents in a remote Manipur border village under Operation Sadbhavana.

"Conducted under the 'Operation Sadbhavna' initiative, the camp featured a team of specialised doctors from the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) at Imphal - Defence Spokesman"

Imphal, Jan 8

As part of the Indian Army's Operation 'Sadbhavana' initiative, the Assam Rifles, on Thursday, organised a mega specialist medical camp in Manipur's Tengnoupal district, which shares an international border with Myanmar, officials said.

A Defence Spokesman said that the mega specialist medical camp was held at the Tengnoupal High School to provide accessible healthcare to remote and underserved areas of Tengnoupal district.

"Conducted under the 'Operation Sadbhavna' initiative, the camp featured a team of specialised doctors from the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) at Imphal, who offered comprehensive consultations in ophthalmology, general medicine, paediatrics, gynaecology, dentistry and orthopaedics," the Spokesman added.

He said that the event witnessed enthusiastic participation from nearly 2,000 local civilians who received examinations, preventive healthcare counselling and free medicines.

The participation of specialists from the RIMS facilitated high-level intervention across several key medical disciplines, he added.

A significant number of women and children received specialised consultations in gynaecology and paediatrics, which ensured that these vulnerable groups were provided with vital supplements and diagnostic advice.

In the fields of ophthalmology and orthopaedics, the team treated numerous elderly residents for age-related vision impairment and musculoskeletal issues often exacerbated by the rugged terrain, the Defence official said.

The dentistry section provided essential procedures while counselling patients on preventive oral care, offering a service that is rarely accessible in these underserved areas, the official added.

A large contingent of 65 officials and troops ensured the smooth execution of the camp through efficient coordination and logistical support.

Local civil society organisations noted that the initiative provided modern healthcare facilities to marginalised border villagers who are generally devoid of such services, particularly benefiting women and children.

This camp is part of a consistent series of mega civic action events organised by the Assam Rifles to support civilian welfare and accessible healthcare across the region.

By addressing a wide spectrum of medical needs and promoting healthy lifestyle practices, the initiative has significantly enhanced the reach of essential services.

Such efforts continue to strengthen the bond between the security forces and the community, providing vital assistance that helps shape a better future for the residents of the border areas.

The Indian Army's 'Operation Sadbhavana' is a long-running military-led civic action programme, primarily in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, focused on winning hearts and minds by addressing socio-economic needs through education (Army Goodwill Schools), healthcare (medical camps), infrastructure development (water, power, roads), and empowering women/youth via vocational training, counteracting alienation and fostering national integration.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Operation Sadbhavana is doing good work, no doubt. But we must also ask why these areas are "generally devoid of such services" in the first place. The state government needs to step up its primary healthcare infrastructure permanently, not just rely on army camps.
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Aman W
Jai Hind! 🇮🇳 Our armed forces are not just protectors but also nation builders. Serving 2000 civilians is no small feat. This is true nation-building at the grassroots level. Salute to the 65 officials and troops who made it happen.
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked in public health, the inclusion of dentistry and preventive counselling is fantastic. Oral health is so often neglected in remote communities. This holistic approach can have a lasting impact on community health.
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Vikram M
The border with Myanmar is a sensitive area. Such initiatives that directly benefit the local population are vital for security as well. When people feel cared for by the state, it strengthens national integrity. More power to such efforts!
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Nisha Z
My aunt lives in a similar border village in the North East. She always talks about how difficult it is to see a specialist. A camp like this is a godsend for the elderly there. Hope they can make it a regular feature.

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