Indian Army provides healing touch with 3-day medical camp in Uri

Posted by admin_kas on 2025-12-11 10:16:29 |

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Uri, Dec 11: The Kalapahar and Pir Panjal Brigades of Indian Army organised a comprehensive three-day Medical Camp across the villages of Salamabad, Nambla and Gingal from December 08 to 10 of 2025.

The medical camp was part of the continued and heartfelt efforts of the Indian Army to serve, support and uplift the border communities of Jammu and Kashmir.

A highly dedicated medical team comprising eight civilian specialist doctors and five Indian Army Medical Officers formed the backbone of this effort. 

"Over the course of three days, the camp witnessed over 1,350 civilians from all three villages and neighbouring hamlets eagerly participating and benefitting from the services offered," the handout reads.

The presence of specialist doctors focused on orthopaedic cases including joint pain, old fractures and mobility issues received proper evaluation while the gynaecological consultations provided vital support to women’s health as well.

"The dermatological conditions common in harsh climatic zones were addressed and paediatric concerns received careful attention," it reads.

 The residents of Salamabad, Nambla and Gingal expressed profound gratitude for this outreach initiative.

"Initiatives like this Medical Camp go far beyond their immediate purpose. They strengthen the bond of trust, cooperation and mutual respect between the Indian Army and the local populace," it reads.

The Chinar Corps of Indian Army, while steadfast in its primary duty of safeguarding the nation’s borders and ensuring peace in Kashmir Valley, continues to play an active role in Nation-Building, community development and humanitarian assistance.

"Through programs involving education, health, infrastructure development, disaster relief and youth engagement the Indian Army has consistently demonstrated its commitment to the holistic upliftment of remote communities," the official handout reads.