Op Sagar Bandhu

The Indian Army contingent deployed in Sri Lanka under Op Sagar Bandhu has set up a fully functional field hospital. They are operating it in one of the worst flood-affected regions. The hospital delivers critical medical support to thousands of citizens. The journey itself demanded exceptional resolve. After landing in Colombo, the team faced an arduous 18-hour move to the disaster zone. They navigated washed-out routes and widespread disruption. Upon arrival, they were confronted with a bare parking lot available for establishing the hospital. The electricity was interrupted. The water supply was inconsistent. Communication networks were severely impaired. These conditions…