Free medical camp organized for construction workers in Vellore

A health camp is held for construction workers to commemorate the birthday of GV Selvam, Vice President of VIT. | Photo credit: Special arrangement

Thalaimurai Peravai, Vellore in collaboration with Sri Narayani Hospital and Research Center organized a medical camp for construction workers on Sunday to commemorate the birthday of GV Selvam, Vice President, Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) in recognition of his commitment to social welfare, community development and public service.

According to a press release, Communist Party of India (Marxist) Politburo member G. Ramakrishnan inaugurated the camp in the presence of Mr. Selvam, Katpadi MLA M. Sudhakar and N. Balaji, director of the Sri Narayani Group.

In his speech, Mr. Selvam highlighted the contribution of construction workers to the infrastructure development of the country. “The medical camp was organized to highlight the importance of ensuring the physical and mental well-being of the construction workers who play a vital role in nation-building,” he said.

More than 600 workers attended the day-long camp, which provided general medical check-ups, cardiology check-ups, dental check-ups and orthopedic check-ups along with Siddha and Ayurvedic treatment, the report said.

Published – 25 Oct 2026 23:04 IST