Advanced Surgical Eye Camp ‘Operation DRISHTI’ Commences in Jharkhand
Over 200 Free Advanced Eye Surgeries are planned in Ranchi
By PIB Delhi
In a major healthcare outreach initiative under Operation DRISHTI, a specialised ophthalmic team from the Indian Army and Indian Air Force has commenced a Mega Advanced Surgical Eye Camp at Military Hospital Namkum, Ranchi. The camp is being conducted from June 15-19, 2026, with an aim to restore vision and improve the quality of life of more than 200 beneficiaries through free-of-cost advanced eye surgeries.
The surgical team led by Brigadier Dr Sanjay Kumar Mishra, Consultant and Head of Department (Ophthalmology), Army Hospital (Research & Referral), New Delhi, will perform a range of advanced ophthalmic procedures, including Phacoemulsification for Cataract, Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS), and Anti-VEGF Intravitreal Injections for Vitreo-Retinal diseases. Comprehensive screening is underway for ex-servicemen, serving dependents, and underprivileged civilians, with a significant turnout expected during the camp. To support the mission, world-class medical equipment has been airlifted to Ranchi through Indian Air Force service aircraft, enabling the delivery of specialised surgical care in the region.
Director General Armed Forces Medical Services Vice Admiral Arti Sarin highlighted the importance of the humanitarian mission. She stated that the mission is a testament to the military’s dual identity as both a formidable guardian of the nation’s borders and a compassionate architect of social resilience.
Operation DRISHTI is a flagship outreach programme that combines advanced ophthalmic expertise with humanitarian service. Prior to Ranchi, the initiative successfully conducted eight advanced surgical eye camps across the country, including in Leh, Ladakh, Lakshadweep, Bhuj, Kutch, and Bagdogra, bringing specialised eye care to remote and underserved regions.
