Rajouri: The Indian Army extended healthcare services to the remote parts of Rajouri district through a mobile medical patrol in the village of Kallar to address the medical needs of the locals, as well as the Gujjar and Bakkarwals in the area. The inhabitants of the area, often cut off from mainstream healthcare facilities due to their isolated geographic location and challenging terrain, greatly benefitted from this initiative, which contributed to the overall well-being of the locals who often suffer due to disparities in healthcare, leading to higher morbidity and mortality rates.
The mobile medical patrol, equipped with essential medical supplies and services, reached these areas to provide healthcare with compassion for local villagers, as well as Gujjar and Bakkarwals. The primary objective was to provide on-the-spot medical care and check-ups, including basic health check-ups, treatment for common ailments, and the distribution of necessary medicines. The team emphasized preventive healthcare by offering immunizations and disseminating information about hygiene, nutrition, and disease prevention.
The response from the local population has been overwhelmingly positive. The local population expressed deep gratitude for the Indian Army’s initiative, which brings much-needed medical services directly to their doorsteps, with a special focus on women’s healthcare. Beyond the immediate medical benefits, the mobile medical patrol played a crucial role in building and strengthening the relationship between the Indian Army and the local communities. A total of 34 individuals benefitted from the mobile medical patrol, including 15 males, 12 females, and 7 children.
