The Defence Ministry began a mega eye camp under 'Operation DRISHTI' at Military Hospital Namkum in Ranchi, Jharkhand, running from June 15 to 19, 2026. Over 200 free surgeries are being conducted for ex-servicemen veterans and civilians. Brigadier Dr Sanjay Kumar Mishra leads the medical team, using specialised equipment airlifted by the IAF. This flagship outreach mission has previously served remote areas like Leh and Bhuj, reflecting the Armed Forces' commitment to healthcare access in difficult terrains.
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Defence Ministry's 'Operation DRISHTI' Conducts 200+ Free Eye Surgeries for Veterans in Jharkhand
Key Points
- The Defence Ministry began a mega eye camp under 'Operation DRISHTI' at Military Hospital Namkum in Ranchi, Jharkhand, running from June 15 to 19, 2026
- Over 200 free surgeries are being conducted for ex-servicemen veterans and civilians
- Brigadier Dr Sanjay Kumar Mishra leads the medical team, using specialised equipment airlifted by the IAF
- This flagship outreach mission has previously served remote areas like Leh and Bhuj, reflecting the Armed Forces' commitment to healthcare access in difficult terrains
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• Operation DRISHTI: Defence Ministry eye camp; Military Hospital Namkum, Ranchi (June 15-19, 2026) • 200+ free surgeries for veterans + civilians; led by Brig Dr Sanjay Kumar Mishra • Equipment airlifted by IAF; previously conducted in Leh, Bhuj • Part of Armed Forces' healthcare outreach for veterans (Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme - ECHS)
