The Silent Suffering in the Valleys
Imagine living in a valley where the only doctor is days away, where mothers walk for hours with sick children, and where a fever can become a death sentence. This is not a distant land from history books, but the everyday reality for countless families across Azad Kashmir.
In the breathtaking villages of Neelum, Leepa, and Bagh, nature’s beauty hides a silent crisis — the lack of healthcare. People rely on traditional remedies, whispering prayers of hope, because medical facilities are often unreachable. A broken road, a flooded bridge, or harsh winter snow can mean the difference between life and death.
As Abdul Basit, Chair of the Kashmir Welfare Foundation, often says:
“Healthcare should not depend on geography. Every child, every mother, every elder deserves the same chance to live with dignity.”
And that belief is what drives the Foundation’s mission to bring healing directly to the people — through Medical Camps that travel where hospitals cannot.
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A Ray of Hope: The Journey of Our Medical Camps
When the Kashmir Welfare Foundation began its medical outreach programme, the goal was simple yet profound: no village too remote, no person too poor, no illness too small.
Every month, our dedicated doctors, nurses, and volunteers set out from the city, crossing rivers, climbing narrow roads, and reaching the most isolated communities of Azad Kashmir. What they bring isn’t just medicine — it’s hope.
Each Medical Camp is a temporary hospital, a safe haven that transforms a school courtyard or mosque hall into a centre of healing. Here, the poor receive treatment free of charge, and those who have lived years without access to medical care finally find relief.
Last year alone, the Kashmir Welfare Foundation’s Medical Camps treated over 150,000 patients across the region, providing everything from basic health check-ups to life-saving interventions.
General Medical Camps: Restoring Health and Dignity
In a village near Rawalakot, 62-year-old Khalida Begum waited in line with her walking stick. She had been suffering from chest pain for months but could not afford to travel to the nearest hospital. When our medical team arrived, they diagnosed her with high blood pressure and began immediate treatment. Within days, her condition stabilised — and with tears in her eyes, she said:
“You have given me more than medicine; you’ve given me time to live for my grandchildren.”
These are the moments that define our General Medical Camps — small interventions that make a world of difference.
Our doctors conduct thorough examinations, treat common ailments, provide essential medicines, and educate families about nutrition and hygiene. We also distribute hygiene kits and offer guidance on managing chronic illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension, which are becoming increasingly common in rural Kashmir.
Each camp is powered by the generosity of UK donors who believe in compassion beyond borders. For every £50 donated, we are able to provide medicine, consultation, and follow-up support to an entire family.
Dental Camps: Restoring Confidence, One Smile at a Time
For many in Kashmir’s remote areas, dental care is a forgotten luxury. Untreated tooth decay and gum infections can lead to severe pain, malnutrition, and even heart complications.
Our Dental Camps are designed to tackle this often-overlooked crisis. With portable dental units and volunteer dentists from both Pakistan and the UK, these camps bring specialised care right to the doorsteps of those in need.
In the village of Kotli, a young student named Adeel had lived for months with severe tooth pain. He was missing school, unable to eat properly. When our dental team examined him, they found a serious infection that needed immediate treatment. Within minutes, Adeel’s pain was gone. His mother said softly,
“We thought he would have to live with this pain forever. Today, you’ve given him back his smile.”
Alongside treatments, our teams teach children how to brush and care for their teeth. Toothbrushes and toothpaste are distributed to hundreds of families who had never owned any before — small tools that protect generations.
Eye Camps: Restoring Vision, Restoring Hope
Of all the stories that emerge from our medical missions, few are as moving as those from our Eye Camps.
In the shadow of the Himalayan peaks, 70-year-old Abdul Qadir had lived in near blindness for years due to cataracts. He had not seen the faces of his grandchildren clearly since they were born. When the Kashmir Welfare Foundation team visited his village in Hattian Bala, he was one of the first to arrive. After a quick diagnosis, he was referred for a free cataract surgery funded entirely by donor contributions.
A week later, when the bandages came off, Abdul Qadir’s eyes filled with tears as he looked at his family and the mountains he thought he would never see again.
“Allah sent you as a miracle,” he whispered.
Our Eye Camps provide free examinations, distribute prescription glasses, treat infections, and arrange surgeries for severe cases. To date, over 13,000 individuals have had their vision restored through these initiatives.
Beyond Treatment: Educating for Prevention
True healing is not just about curing diseases, but preventing them. Every camp organised by the Kashmir Welfare Foundation includes sessions on hygiene, nutrition, women’s health, and preventive care.
In many of our villages, mothers are learning for the first time about the importance of handwashing, clean water, and vaccination. Local health volunteers are trained to continue awareness programmes long after the medical teams leave.
This sustainable approach ensures that the change we create lasts — building resilient communities that can protect their own health.
The Role of UK Donors: Healing Across Borders
The success of our Medical Camps would not be possible without the compassion of British Muslims who feel a deep connection to their roots in Kashmir.
Many UK donors tell us they give not just out of obligation, but out of love.
“When I donate to Kashmir Welfare Foundation,” says Amira from Manchester, “I feel like I’m giving back to my own family. It’s my way of standing with them, even from thousands of miles away.”
Every contribution — whether Zakat, Sadaqah, or Regular Giving — is a bridge between comfort and crisis. It turns empathy into action, transforming lives one patient at a time.
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How You Can Help
Healthcare is not a privilege. It is a human right. But for too many in Kashmir, that right remains out of reach.
You can change that.
Your donation today can send doctors, medicines, and mobile clinics to villages that have been forgotten for decades. It can save a life, restore a smile, or bring sight to someone who thought they would never see again.
Bringing Doctors to Those in Desperate Need
You can make our medical camps possible. Donations fund medicines, diagnostic tests, and equipment, while volunteers provide expertise and compassion.
£10 – Treat One Patient
Your £10 donation funds a full consultation, diagnostic tests, and essential medicines for one patient in Kashmir, providing life-saving care through our free medical camps in remote villages.
£20 – Treat Two Patients
A £20 gift supports two patients with expert medical check-ups, life-saving medicines, and preventive health education. Help us deliver free healthcare to vulnerable families in isolated Kashmiri communities.
£400 – Cover Almost Half the Cost of a Medical Camp
Your £400 donation covers nearly half the cost of running a full medical camp, including medicines, diagnostics, and staff, giving hundreds in rural Kashmir urgent medical relief.
£850 – Cover the Full Cost of a Medical Camp
An £850 donation sponsors an entire medical camp, funding doctors, medicines, diagnostic services, and health awareness. Transform lives by bringing essential healthcare directly to an underserved Kashmiri village.
By sponsoring a camp, you bring doctors and treatments directly to those who cannot afford healthcare. Every contribution supports free healthcare in Kashmir and helps us expand into more villages.
Together, we can save lives, prevent illness, and give hope to vulnerable families across Azad Kashmir. Every donation, big or small, brings urgent healthcare to families who would otherwise go without. Your kindness today could save a life in Kashmir tomorrow.
By donating now, you are not just funding treatment — you are giving dignity, hope, and a healthier future to the most vulnerable in Azad Kashmir.
Together, we can ensure that no one in Kashmir suffers in silence. Together, we can bring healing where it’s needed most.
Donate Today
Support the Medical Camps Project today and be part of a mission that heals hearts and bodies alike.
Medical Camps Project – Free Healthcare for Kashmir’s Remote Villages
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Medical Camps FAQs
1. What are the Kashmir Welfare Foundation’s Medical Camps?
They are mobile health initiatives that provide free medical treatment, medicine, and education to remote communities across Kashmir.
2. How often are these camps organised?
Camps are held monthly in various regions, prioritising areas with little or no access to hospitals.
3. Can UK donors fund an entire medical camp?
Yes. Donors can fully sponsor a camp or contribute collectively to fund medical supplies, equipment, or transport.
4. Are the services free for patients?
Absolutely. All services, consultations, and medicines are provided completely free, funded by Zakat, Sadaqah, and Regular Giving.
5. What makes Kashmir Welfare Foundation’s approach unique?
The Foundation combines medical relief with education and long-term community training, ensuring sustainable health improvements.
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