The maiden Joint Services Multi-Speciality Camp, being conducted at the Union Territory of Lakshadweep from 12-17 January 2026 was formally inaugurated by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi ,CNS at Kavaratti on 13 January 2026. The camp covering five islands - Amini, Androth, Agatti, Kavaratti and Minicoy - will provide comprehensive medical care to the residents. Over 15 static and mobile medical teams will complement the existing health services on L&M Islands by augmenting the medical equipment, stores and medicines and enabling on-site access to specialist and super-specialist care from across the country. A dedicated ophthalmology team has also been deployed at Kavaratti to undertake cataract surgeries for eligible patients. Reflecting the spirit of flagship national initiatives such as Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, the camp integrates and provides curative care with preventive and promotive health services to those residing in the most remote regions of the country. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh in his video message reaffirmed the Government of India’s commitment to bringing quality healthcare closer to citizens in remote areas, in furtherance of the vision of Swasth Bharat and expressed confidence that the camp by bringing together a comprehensive medical setup on a single platform would contribute to long-term health benefits for the island community. Speaking on the occasion CNS highlighted the three unique features of this camp, Synergy - with professionals from all three Services and local administration; Scope - a vast range of medical specialists and Scale - the number of medical professionals and support personnel deployed for this camp. CNS emphasised that such joint initiatives strengthen inter-service synergy and civil-military cooperation, while contributing meaningfully to the welfare of citizens. CNS also met with patients including over 40 beneficiaries of the cataract surgeries undertaken in the last two days. This Multi-Speciality Medical Camp stands as a testament to the dedication of the Indian Defence Forces towards service beyond duty and the unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of the people of Lakshadweep.
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