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Navy Chief to Launch 5-Day Multi-Speciality Medical Camp in Lakshadweep

Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi will inaugurate a five-day Joint Services Multi-Speciality Medical Camp in Lakshadweep on January 12. The camp aims to provide comprehensive care, including specialist consultations and surgical interventions like cataract surgery, to residents across five islands. This initiative is part of the Indian Navy's ongoing healthcare outreach and Navy Day activities, reinforcing civil-military cooperation. The joint medical team comprises professionals from the Army, Navy, and Air Force to deliver integrated healthcare services.

Key Points: Navy Chief Opens Joint Services Medical Camp in Lakshadweep

  • Comprehensive medical care for islanders
  • Includes cataract surgery and specialist consultations
  • Joint Services team from Army, Navy, Air Force
  • Part of Navy Day outreach activities
  • Covers five islands from Jan 12-16
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Navy Chief to open 5-day medical camp in Lakshadweep on Jan 12

Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi to inaugurate a 5-day multi-speciality medical camp for Lakshadweep residents, offering surgeries and specialist care.

"reaffirming the Navy's commitment to healthcare outreach, community welfare, and sustained civil-military cooperation - Official Statement"

New Delhi, Jan 10

Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, will formally inaugurate a five-day Joint Services Multi-Speciality Medical Camp in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep on January 12, an official said on Saturday.

The camp aims to deliver comprehensive medical care to the residents of Lakshadweep through specialist consultations, treatment services, and selected surgical interventions, including cataract surgery, reaffirming the Navy's commitment to healthcare outreach, community welfare, and sustained civil-military cooperation.

This initiative is part of the Indian Navy's continued efforts to support and augment the existing healthcare services in the island territory through regular conduct of camps as part of the Navy Day outreach activities, said an official in a statement.

The medical camps, over the years, included various primary care specialities and dental surgery across most islands of Lakshadweep. The camp scheduled from January 12 to 16 is expected to benefit a large number of residents and further reinforce the trust and goodwill shared between the Indian Navy and the people of Lakshadweep.

With advances in healthcare and continued support of the UT Administration, as well as a highly encouraging response from the local populace, the health camp has been upgraded to a multi-speciality camp, said the statement.

The camp will cover Agatti, Kavaratti, Androth, Amini and Minicoy islands. It will be conducted by a Joint Services Medical Team comprising experienced medical officers and specialists from the Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force.

The participation of professionals from all three Services will ensure a broad spectrum of clinical expertise, facilitating comprehensive and integrated healthcare delivery during the camp period.

The inauguration ceremony will be attended by senior leadership of the Indian Navy, including VAdm Sameer Saxena, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command; Surg V Adm Arti Sarin, Director General Armed Forces Medical Services; and Surg V Adm Kavita Sahai, Director General Medical Services (Navy). In addition, Advisor to the Administrator, UTL and senior officials from the Lakshadweep Administration and Armed Forces will also be present.

- IANS

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Arjun K
Our armed forces are not just for defense. They are true nation builders. Providing cataract surgeries in remote islands is a service to humanity. Proud of our Navy, Army, and Air Force working together.
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Rohit P
Good step, but we need to think long-term. While camps are helpful, the focus should also be on permanently upgrading healthcare infrastructure in all our islands and remote areas. This shouldn't be a one-off event.
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Meera T
Seeing senior women officers like Surg V Adm Arti Sarin and Surg V Adm Kavita Sahai involved is so inspiring! 🎉 It sends a powerful message. The armed forces are leading by example in more ways than one.
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Vikram M
Lakshadweep is a strategic part of India. Such outreach builds a strong bond between the local people and the forces. It's about security and welfare going hand in hand. Well done.
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Sarah B
As someone who has visited, the natural beauty of Lakshadweep is unmatched. The residents are wonderful people who deserve the best healthcare. Glad to see this collaborative effort. Hope it brings real relief.

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