CRPF’s 92 battalion organises a free medical camp in Sarmarg, Handwara

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Srinagar: Continuing its commitment to the wellness of the civilian population, the 92 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Health Department (J&KHD), successfully organized a free medical camp under the Civic Action Programme (CAP).

The camp was organised in Sarmarg and was conducted under the guidance of Gyanendra Verma IG, Kashmir Ops Sector, and Rajender Singh Rawat, DIG North Kashmir Operational Range, Baramulla.

The camp saw a large turnout of needy residents from the area, who availed themselves of the free healthcare services provided and received valuable information on the prevention and symptoms of various diseases.

A dedicated team of six medical officers conducted free medical check-ups for approximately 310 civilians and distributed free medicines.

The main objective of the camp was to reach out to the underserved population in the area, offering essential health services and raising awareness about the importance of health maintenance.

Ashfaq Ahmad Mir S/O J&K Police Shaheed Nazir Ahmad Mir of Sarmarg inaugurated the Civic Action Programme in the presence of Naresh Kumar, Commandant of the 92 Battalion, Commandant urged the local population to engage in regular physical exercise, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and uphold good hygiene practices. He also highlighted the role of the CRPF in fostering a positive relationship between the local community and the force.

Locals expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the CRPF for organizing the medical camp, marking it as the first significant outreach by the force in the area. Prominent residents from the locality appreciated the CRPF’s efforts in organizing such an impactful event, which has significantly contributed to the wellbeing of the community.

The success of this medical camp underscores the CRPF’s dedication to the health and wellness of the people, further strengthening the bond between the locals and the force.

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is the largest Central Armed Police Forces. It functions under the authority of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) of the Government of India (GoI). The CRPF’s primary role is to assist the State/Union to maintain law and order and contain insurgency.
The CRPF has a significant presence in Jammu & Kashmir, playing a vital role in ensuring security and assisting in civic operations to support local communities.
This press release aims to inform the public and media about the recent medical camp organized by the 92 Battalion CRPF in collaboration with the J&K Health Department, highlighting the CRPF’s continuous efforts to support and uplift local communities. 92 Bn CRPF is in the service of local of North Kashmir since 2007.