A collaborative medical camp for garment workers was successfully organised at the NAP Campus in Tirupur on 22 March 2026. The initiative was a joint effort by Tirupur Exporters Association (TEA), Tirupur Stakeholders Forum (TSF), SAVE (NGO), Netaji Apparel Park (NAP) and KMCH Medical College Hospital.
The camp witnessed the participation of around 500 garment workers, predominantly migrant women and aimed to improve access to affordable and quality healthcare within the workplace. A team of 20 medical professionals from KMCH provided comprehensive services including general medicine, ophthalmology, gynaecology, obstetrics and orthopaedics. Free medicines were distributed and workers received guidance on preventive healthcare practices.
The programme was inaugurated in the presence of Mr. V. Elangovan, Chairman, TSF & Vice President, TEA, who appreciated the efforts of KMCH Medical College Hospital and SAVE for this initiative and Mr. R. Ramu, Executive Committee Member, TEA. Representatives from NAP emphasised the importance of worker health and collective responsibility in promoting welfare within the garment sector. SAVE highlighted the significance of continued healthcare access and encouraged workers to utilise follow-up services.
A key outcome of the camp is KMCH’s commitment to provide free consultation for one year to all beneficiaries requiring further treatment, ensuring continuity of care.
The initiative identified common health concerns such as eye strain and vision-related issues, leading to referrals for advanced treatment where necessary. The strong participation reflected both the need for such interventions and the trust built through multi-stakeholder collaboration.
This medical camp stands as an effective model of partnership between industry, healthcare, and civil society, significantly enhancing access to essential healthcare services and promoting the well-being of garment workers in the Tirupur cluster.
Over 500 workers attended the camp and benefitted.
