Indian Americans in the Boston area marked Martin Luther King Jr. Day by organising a free community healthcare camp, extending medical support to hundreds of residents in a gesture inspired by the civil rights leader’s legacy of service, equality, and compassion.
The initiative was led by the Foundation of Indian Americans (FIA)–New England in collaboration with partner organisations and was held at the Academy of Creative Arts in Burlington, Massachusetts, during the MLK Day weekend. The event reflected the spirit of community service traditionally associated with the national holiday.
More than 300 people benefited from the camp, which offered a range of services including general medical check-ups, dental consultations, and vision screenings, all provided at no cost. Free reading glasses were also distributed to individuals requiring vision support.
The camp brought together a diverse group of healthcare professionals of Indian origin, representing specialties such as cardiology, vascular surgery, psychiatry, primary care, dentistry, nutrition, physical therapy, and vision care. Their voluntary participation ensured comprehensive healthcare access for attendees.
FIA–New England leadership said the initiative was motivated by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of social justice and equality. Organisers emphasised that the camp was designed to translate Dr. King’s ideals into action by serving the wider community, regardless of background or economic status.
Several prominent Indian-American community leaders and representatives of local organisations attended the event, expressing support for the initiative and highlighting the importance of collective service in strengthening social bonds.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed across the United States to honour the Nobel Peace Prize laureate who led the civil rights movement through nonviolent resistance. Community service programmes held during the MLK Day weekend are widely regarded as a meaningful way to uphold his message of dignity, inclusion, and unity through practical action.
