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Free Artificial Limb Fitment Camp in Maputo (6 Aug 2025)

August 06, 2025

As part of the celebrations of 50 years of diplomatic relations between India and Mozambique, Government of India in collaboration with Shree Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayta Samiti (BMVSS) and Mozambican Ministry of Health held Free Artificial Limb Fitment Camp at the Central Hospital in Maputo from 24 June 2025 to 6 August 2025. 

1230 beneficiaries were provided with free limbs including: 

First time users (633)

Below Knee limbs (42%); Above Knee limbs (58%)

Men (685); Women (472); Children below 10 years (17)  

Diabetes (263); Accidents (354); Landmine (178); Disease (268)

We would like to thank BMVSS team for working tirelessly during the camp. Our deepest appreciations to all the stakeholders including representatives of Mozambican Ministry of Health and Central Hospital in Maputo for the commendable coordination efforts that have gone into making the camp a success. 

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