New Delhi: Op Netra 1.0 saw the Indian Army conduct a high-altitude surgical eye camp in Leh, Ladakh, treating 950 patients and performing 214 procedures between April 27 and 30.
The four-day camp took place at 153 General Hospital and was inaugurated by GOC 14 Corps Lt Gen Hitesh Bhalla. Moreover, it marked a major step in providing specialised healthcare in remote Himalayan regions.
Medical teams screened patients from seven districts, including remote areas such as Chushul, Hanle, Durbuk and Zanskar. Subsequently, doctors carried out 197 complex cataract surgeries and 10 vitreo-retinal procedures.
The surgical team, led by Brigadier Dr Sanjay Kumar Mishra, also performed advanced treatments such as minimally invasive glaucoma surgery and intraocular lens procedures. As a result, doctors restored vision for 15 completely visually impaired patients.
Op Netra 1.0 expands digital care and outreach in remote regions
A key feature of Op Netra 1.0 was the launch of the indigenously developed Op Netra App. It enabled end-to-end digital patient management and improved surgical planning through QR-based identification.
Additionally, the initiative built on a wider national effort that has delivered more than 2,500 sight-restoring surgeries since November 2025. Similar camps were earlier conducted in Udhampur, Dehradun, Jaipur, Bagdogra and Gorakhpur.
The Indian Air Force supported the mission by airlifting advanced medical equipment to the high-altitude location. Therefore, officials ensured that treatment standards matched top medical benchmarks despite challenging terrain.
The camp concluded with a ceremony attended by Ladakh Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena. Officials said Op Netra 1.0 reflected the government’s focus on accessible healthcare in remote regions.
The successful operation highlighted strong civil-military coordination and reinforced efforts to deliver essential medical services to underserved populations.
