Indian Army organises free medical camp in J-K's Doda - World News Network

Doda (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 23 (ANI): The Indian Army’s 26 Rashtriya Rifles on Monday organised a free medical camp at Manoo Panchayat in Doda’s Chilly Gandoh area.
The camp witnessed an overwhelming response, with thousands of residents availing of the much-needed medical services.
Earlier on June 22, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi reviewed Kashmir region’s security grid and assessed the preparedness for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Yatra 2025.
In a post on X, the Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADG-PI) shared that General Upendra Dwivedi was briefed on the current operational dynamics and the broader strategic landscape. The briefing included a demonstration on the integration of advanced technologies into operations, which enhances decision-making, surveillance, and response mechanisms.
“General Upendra Dwivedi, #COAS, reviewed the security grid in the Kashmir region and assessed preparedness for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Yatra 2025. He was briefed on the current operational dynamics and the broader strategic landscape, including a demonstration on integration of advanced technologies in operations, leading to smarter decisions, enhanced surveillance and response mechanisms,” the post stated.
The Chief of Army Staff also praised the Chinar Corps soldiers for their relentless efforts in fighting terrorism, maintaining peace, and improving the lives of the local population in the region.
“The #COAS lauded All Ranks of #ChinarCorps for their unwavering commitment in ensuring peace and stability through decisive counter-terror operations and initiatives aimed at development of the region & upliftment of local population,” the post further reads.
Earlier on Friday, the Jammu and Kashmir Disaster Management Department conducted a mock drill in Pahalgam, simulating a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) scenario.
The exercise was held in coordination with the Anantnag District Management Authority, and participation was seen from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Indian Army, and other emergency support and line departments.
The drill aimed to enhance preparedness for the Amarnath Yatra, testing the region’s response mechanisms for disasters such as floods and accidents. This is critical for ensuring the safety of the over 4.5 lakh pilgrims who visited the Amarnath cave shrine last year. (ANI)

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