Netra Jyoti – Free Eye Screening Camp

Program Date: November 10, 2025
Host: Rotary Club of Biratnagar Downtown
Published Date : 2025-12-20
President : Girija Sarda

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Venue: Satture Hospital, Budhiganga Gaunpalika

Technical Collaboration: Ramlal Golchha Eye Hospital

Specialty:

A community-focused eye health initiative ensuring early detection and treatment of preventable eye problems, providing free diagnosis, medication, spectacles, and cataract surgeries for those in need.

Facts & Figures:

Total Patients Screened: 175

Patients Provided Free Medicines: As per diagnosis of infections

Patients Given Free Spectacles: All those requiring vision correction

Patients Identified for Cataract Testing and Surgery: 29 (all provided free laboratory tests and cataract surgeries)

Budget:

Approximately 75000

Support:

The camp was conducted with the technical expertise and medical team from Ramlal Golchha Eye Hospital, Biratnagar. Rotary Club members actively managed registration, patient guidance, and overall coordination to ensure smooth service delivery.

Beneficiaries:

Local residents of Budhiganga Gaunpalika, particularly elderly individuals and low-income families with limited access to healthcare facilities, directly benefited from this initiative.

Impact/Outcome:

175 community members received essential eye checkups and treatment.

Free medicines and spectacles improved the daily functioning and productivity of visually impaired individuals.

29 cataract patients underwent free surgeries, restoring their eyesight and quality of life.

Raised awareness about the importance of timely eye care and regular checkups.

Strengthened partnership between Rotary and Ramlal Golchha Eye Hospital for future health-focused collaborations.

 

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