In the wake of ethnic violence in Manipur, president of the Indian Medical Association-Banjara Hills Prabhu Kumar Challagali felt a strong sense of duty as a doctor and knew he had to help those suffering in the conflict-stricken region. Witnessing the plight of the people, he along with a team of doctors and others embarked on a courageous journey to provide much-needed aid and medical assistance.
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Determined to make a difference, Dr.Prabhu Kumar conducted thorough research and reached out to the chief medical officer of Kangpokpi, one of the worst-affected areas, as well as the superintendent of police. He expressed willingness to offer his services to the people of the district. The camp was organised in the first week of July when the violence was still continuing in that State.
