Indian Army successfully concluded its four-day Advanced Surgical Eye Camp ‘Op Netra 1.0’ in Leh, delivering specialised ophthalmic care to remote populations in high-altitude regions. The camp screened patients ensuring access to advanced medical services for people in geographically isolated areas.
Op Netra App was launched by 153 General Hospital, which enabled end-to-end digitisation of patient records, QR code-based identification, improved diagnostic accuracy, and automated surgical scheduling, thereby enhancing patient safety and operational efficiency.
About Op Netra 1.0
It was a specialised advanced surgical eye camp conducted under the leadership of Director General Armed Forces Medical Services, aimed at delivering high-quality ophthalmic treatment and humanitarian outreach in remote, high-altitude areas.
Aim: To provide specialised eye care services and ensure that citizens in difficult terrains are not deprived of essential healthcare due to geographical barriers.
Key Features
- Extensive Coverage: Screened 950 patients from seven districts of Ladakh, including remote locations such as Chushul, Hanle, Demchok, and Turtuk.
- Surgical Interventions: Conducted 214 procedures, including:
- 197 complex cataract surgeries
- 10 vitreo-retinal surgeries
- Advanced Medical Techniques: Utilised modern procedures such as:
- Glued Intraocular Lens implantation
- Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS)
- Vitrectomy
- Digital Innovation: Deployment of the Op Netra App enabled seamless patient management through digitisation and QR-based tracking.
- Inter-Service Collaboration: Indian Air Force ensured logistical support by transporting advanced medical equipment to high-altitude regions. IAF airlifted advanced medical equipment to maintain high standards of care in challenging terrain.
Significance
- Restored vision to 15 completely visually impaired patients, significantly improving their quality of life.
- Contributes to a broader military-led initiative that has completed over 2,500 sight-restoring surgeries across India since November 2025.
- Demonstrates effective civil-military coordination in delivering healthcare services in the Union Territory of Ladakh.
- Reinforces the government’s commitment to equitable healthcare access under the “Nation First” approach, ensuring no citizen is left behind due to geographic constraints.