All the dismantled equipment including operating microscopes are moved from Bangalore in a vehicle and set up at the camp site. They have to be dismantled and packed properly and brought back to Bangalore base hospital after the camp. This involves a transport of above 1000 KM by road. Natuarally there will be much wear and tear. The equipment have to be replaced often.
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