For the Gujjar and Bakarwal families living in the remote areas of Mandobal, Kulgam, access to healthcare and veterinary services can often be difficult because of distance and terrain.
On October 3, 34 Rashtriya Rifles organised a medical and veterinary camp at Mandobal Closure Ground, Kulgam, under Operation Sadbhavana, bringing essential services closer to the local community.
The initiative addressed healthcare needs of residents while also providing veterinary assistance for livestock, an important part of the livelihood of many Gujjar and Bakarwal families.
Healthcare Reaches the Community
The medical camp provided local residents an opportunity to access healthcare closer to their homes.
For families living in remote areas, such outreach can reduce the difficulty and expense of travelling long distances for medical assistance.
The camp also created an opportunity for direct interaction between Army personnel and residents, allowing the medical team to engage with members of the community.
Care for Livestock
Alongside medical assistance for residents, the camp therefore included veterinary services to address the healthcare needs of their animals.
The veterinary outreach brought professional assistance closer to families who depend on their livestock as part of their pastoral and economic life.
Locals Thank the Army
The initiative received appreciation from members of the local community, who thanked 34 Rashtriya Rifles for bringing medical and veterinary services to Mandobal, Kulgam.
The local residents' bytes were recorded during the camp.
Strengthening the Bond
The camp was more than a one-day healthcare activity. It also provided an opportunity for residents and Army personnel to interact directly.
Such community engagement can contribute to stronger civil-military cooperation and create greater familiarity between the Army and people living in remote areas.
Operation Sadbhavana
The camp was organised under Operation Sadbhavana, through which the Indian Army undertakes various community-oriented initiatives in remote and challenging areas.
At Mandobal, Kulgam, the initiative focused on two immediate needs of the community: healthcare for people and veterinary care for their livestock.
A Day of Service
For the Gujjar and Bakarwal families of Mandobal, Kulgam, the camp brought essential services closer to where they live and work.
For 34 Rashtriya Rifles, it was an opportunity to serve the community beyond the conventional duties of the uniform.
