Post Event Report
Achi Sehat, Behtar Kal – Free Medical & Awareness Camp
Organised by Rehman Mehmooda Lifeline Foundation (RMLF)
Date: 15 January 2026
Location: Bidhrad, Kokernag, Anantnag
Venue: Govt. Middle School Bidhrad (Zone Vailoo)
- Event Overview
Rehman Mehmooda Lifeline Foundation (RMLF), in collaboration with ASG Eye Hospital, Srinagar and Amal Hospital, Anantnag, successfully organised a Free Health Check-up and Awareness Camp at Bidhrad village, Kokernag, under its sustained rural healthcare outreach programme.
The initiative received active support from the Zonal Education Department, Anantnag, under the leadership of ZEO Vailoo, which facilitated the venue at Government Middle School Bidhrad. The school Headmaster, Mr. Javeed Ahmed, personally supervised and coordinated the event.
The medical camp aimed to bridge critical healthcare gaps in remote areas by providing free medical consultations, screenings, medicines, and health education to underserved communities.
- Objective & Purpose
To provide free health screenings and essential medical services
To raise health awareness at the grassroots level
To promote early diagnosis and preventive healthcare
To reach populations with limited access to healthcare facilities
Target Group:
Marginalised and low-income residents of Bidhrad village facing geographical and financial barriers to healthcare.
- Healthcare Services Provided
General physician consultations (Doctor from Govt. Hospital Anantnag)
Eye screening for vision-related ailments
Screening for diabetes, hypertension, and chest-related diseases
Preventive healthcare counselling
Free distribution of essential medicines
Health education sessions on hygiene, nutrition, and disease management
- Beneficiary Turnout
Total Beneficiaries: 100+ local residents
Age Group: 4 to 80 years
Special Focus:
Children
Elderly
Women
Economically weaker families
Many beneficiaries received medical intervention for the first time.
- Mode of Service Delivery
Registration & Screening: Managed by trained volunteers
Consultation Stations: Doctors examined patients in designated areas
Medicine Distribution: Free medicines provided on the spot
- Key Observations
Common health issues detected included:
Diabetes
Hypertension
Chest infections
Eye ailments
Majority of attendees had limited or no prior access to healthcare
Women, children, and elderly benefited significantly from doorstep services
- Volunteer & Staff Participation
Doctors: 3 medical specialists
Paramedical Staff: Supporting diagnostics and patient care
Volunteers: 10 (registration, logistics, crowd management)
- Statements & Testimonials
Ms. Zia Darakshan, Director, RMLF, stated that the foundation remains committed to addressing healthcare disparities in remote areas through sustained outreach programmes that combine awareness with accessible services.
Executive Director of RMLF, Ms. Farhana Rakshand, said that the organisation believes in taking healthcare to the doorsteps of vulnerable communities. She added that sustained medical outreach and awareness programmes are key to improving long-term health outcomes in rural areas.
Mr. Imran, Marketing Head, ASG Eye Hospital, highlighted that rural communities often neglect eye health due to lack of awareness and access, and such camps enable early diagnosis and prevention of avoidable blindness.
Mr. Zaid Dalal, Managing Director, Amal Hospital Anantnag, emphasized the rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases like diabetes and hypertension in rural populations and stressed the importance of early screening and counselling.
Community Feedback:
Abdul Gaffar, a local resident, appreciated the accessibility and impact of the camp.
Haneefa and Fahmeeda expressed that they had never experienced such doorstep healthcare services before and requested more such camps in the future.
Ms. Parveena, former DDC Member, praised the initiative and urged regular medical camps in far-flung areas.
- Media & Institutional Support
Media Partners:
Daily Arising State
Nation Voice 101
Their participation helped amplify community awareness and outreach.
- Challenges & Lessons Learned
Occasional shortages of medicines highlighted the need for buffer stock
Power outages affected refractive machines; manual alternatives were used
Advance awareness campaigns (3–4 days prior) are essential for better turnout
- Impact & Outcomes
Health Screening: Over 150 individuals screened
Treatment: Majority received free medicines
Awareness: Increased understanding of preventive healthcare
Community Trust: Strengthened relationship for future interventions
- Conclusion & Future Plans
The Achi Sehat, Behtar Kal medical camp was deemed highly successful, with strong community participation and measurable health impact. RMLF plans to:
Organise similar camps in other underserved regions
Improve supply planning and logistics
Strengthen volunteer training
Expand preventive healthcare awareness initiatives
Watch the Clips from The Camp:
RMLF Youtube: https://youtu.be/8YnjFapc01E?si=A1nZc1vMjb-2LRKB
RMLF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTighSajCDj/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Daily Taseer (Live Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Bihaz1x3J/