Kishtwar, Oct 29: The Indian Army, under Operation Sadbhavana, will organise a
two-day Mega Medical Camp at ALG, Kishtwar on 01-02 November 2026. Approximately 4,500 – 5,000 beneficiaries from Kishtwar district and adjoining remote areas are expected
to benefit. The event will be graced by Dr Jitendra Singh, Hon’ble Minister of State (PMO) and Member of Parliament, Udhampur Constituency, along with senior military and civil
dignitaries.
The initiative aims to provide accessible healthcare and welfare assistance to the medically underserved population of the region. A multidisciplinary medical team comprising Physicians, Eye-Care, Paediatric, Orthopaedic, Nephrologist, Anaesthetist, ENT specialists and Dental Care professionals will provide consultations, clinical assessments, preventive healthcare guidance and prescribed medicines. Diagnostic facilities including Complete Blood Count
(CBC), Haemoglobin and Random Blood Sugar (RBS) testing will also be available.
A dedicated ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account) registration facility will be established at the venue to facilitate creation of digital health IDs and enable beneficiaries to access their health records under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission. Special emphasis will be laid on healthcare awareness for women, children, elderly and other vulnerable sections. Essential medical and assistive aids including wheelchairs, crutches, walking sticks, walkers, hearing aids and medicines will be distributed to deserving beneficiaries to improve mobility, accessibility and quality of life for persons with disabilities and needy individuals.
Dedicated stalls will cater to Veer Naris and Ex-Servicemen for veterans’ welfare, pension, documentation and grievance redressal in coordination with concerned authorities. A separate Youth Facilitation Stall will provide guidance on Agniveer recruitment and career opportunities in the Defence Forces, including eligibility, recruitment process and preparation for selection.
Representatives from J&K Bank, HDFC Bank, SBI, Departments of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Health will provide guidance on banking facilities, government welfare schemes, agricultural practices, horticulture and livelihood generation opportunities to spread awareness among farmers and citizens.
The camp is being organised in close coordination with Mr Pankaj Kumar Sharma, Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar, District Hospital Kishtwar and other district administration agencies, and is being coordinated with Kishtwar Police, Civil Administration, Health authorities, local representatives and community stakeholders to ensure effective mobilisation and smooth conduct. Adequate administrative and refreshment facilities are being established for beneficiaries.
The Mega Medical Camp exemplifies the Indian Army’s commitment to humanitarian assistance, inclusive development and community welfare under Operation Sadbhavana. By integrating specialist healthcare, diagnostics, ABHA registration, assistive aids distribution, veterans’ welfare, youth guidance and livelihood awareness, the initiative seeks to address critical local needs and further strengthen the Army-Awam bond, reaffirming the Indian Army and Northern Command as dependable partners in the well-being and socioeconomic progress of Kishtwar and adjoining areas.
