In a move to support veteran security forces, the Indian Army’s Trishakti Corps has initiated a pilot project for delivering essential medicines to entitled Army veterans in Sikkim. Medicines are now being sent directly to beneficiaries’ homes through the ECHS Polyclinic in Gangtok, in partnership with the India Department of Posts and CSC e-Governance Services India Limited.
This effort aims to ensure the safe and timely delivery of medicines, especially benefiting Army veterans residing in remote and hard-to-reach areas of the state. Initially, around 58 long-distance beneficiaries in South Sikkim, North Sikkim, and West Sikkim have been identified by the ECHS Polyclinic in Gangtok.
Many of these veterans face challenges in collecting their medicines due to long distances, difficult terrain, and mobility issues. The pilot project intends to alleviate this burden by providing uninterrupted access to prescribed medicines without the need for frequent travel.
Encouraged by the positive response, the ECHS Polyclinic plans to extend the home delivery service to all identified beneficiaries in the upcoming phase. This expansion is anticipated to enhance healthcare accessibility, ensure treatment continuity, and reduce physical and financial strain on elderly and differently-abled veterans.
The initiative is part of the Central Organisation Ex-Servicemen Health Scheme under the Adjutant General’s Branch, demonstrating the Indian Army’s commitment to utilizing technology and inter-agency coordination to enhance the well-being of Army veterans, even in challenging regions like Sikkim.
