Assam Rifles conducts medical camps and civic action programmes in Jalukie, Tening, Jotsoma and Avangkhu aimed at student welfare and healthcare.
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DIMAPUR — The Assam Rifles conducted various civic action programmes across the state.
In Jalukie, the Assam Rifles organised a medical camp at Christian Servanthood Ministry (CSM) Children Home on Monday.
According to an update, the camp benefitted 63 children and teenagers, including 13 children from the CSM Children Home and 50 children and adolescents from neighbouring localities.
The camp aimed at providing basic healthcare services, early identification of health issues and promotion of personal hygiene and preventive healthcare. During the camp, medical personnel carried out full body examinations, oral cavity check-ups, and basic parameter measurements, including height, weight and vital signs.
Medicines were distributed according to specific medical conditions, and the children were educated on the maintenance of personal hygiene, cleanliness and healthy habits. The medical team interacted with the children, addressing their health concerns.
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In Tening, Peren district, the Assam Rifles conducted a civic action programme on February 22 to provide medical assistance and refreshments to students appearing for the High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) examinations.
In Jotsoma, the Assam Rifles conducted “A Day with Company Commander” on Monday for students from various schools with the objective of strengthening ties between the security forces and the local community.
The programme witnessed participation from around 80 students and eight teachers. The event was designed to engage children, students and youth through interactive and confidence-building activities that encouraged teamwork and discipline.
A series of games created a friendly environment where students and troops could interact. One of the main highlights of the day was a friendly volleyball match between the soldiers and students.
At Avangkhu village in Meluri district, the Assam Rifles organised a medical camp to provide basic healthcare services to residents of the remote border area. The initiative was conducted as part of ongoing community outreach activities aimed at improving access to primary medical care for villagers and workers engaged in development works.
A total of 71 beneficiaries attended the camp, comprising 23 male patients, 27 female patients and 21 children. Villagers and BCC workers participated in the camp and availed themselves of medical consultation and treatment.
The medical team included a doctor and other medical personnel who conducted general health examinations and assessed common ailments prevalent in the area. Free medicines were distributed to patients based on medical diagnosis.
Preventive healthcare awareness was also imparted during consultations, with guidance on hygiene, sanitation and basic nutritional practices.