NEW DELHI (India CSR): Bry-Air, the flagship company of the Pahwa Group, organized its 14th Biannual Eye Camp at Mathra Das Civil Eye Hospital at Moga, Punjab as part of its CSR activity. The initiative focusing on enhancing the lives of villagers was conducted as part of the 60-year celebration of the company.
Improving Accessibility to Eye Treatment for Villagers
Considering that many villagers face a range of eye problems, with this initiative, the brand aims to improve the accessibility of eye treatment for locals. A total of 698 people attended the camp from neighbouring villages of Bughipura, Mehna, Ghall Kalan, Singhan Wala, Landheke, Dhalleke, Dala, Dhurkot Kalan, Dhurkot Tehli Wala, and many more. Over 81 attendants were identified for cataract surgeries, and more than 1,000 free medicines along with 300 spectacles were distributed as part of the activity.
Inauguration by Esteemed Guests
Sanjeev Saini, Chief Patron, Bhartiya Jagriti Munch, Moga, inaugurated the event, and the eye camp was also graced by the presence of Dr. Amandeep Kaur Arora, MLA, Moga; Indu Puri, eminent social worker, Moga; and Charanjeet Singh Channi, Mayor, Moga.
A Tribute to Rai Bahadur Dr. Mathra Das Pahwa
The eye camps are organized on a regular basis by the company as a gesture of paying tribute to Rai Bahadur Dr. Mathra Das Pahwa. It is a testament to carrying forward his passion for helping people gain their eyesight. He was felicitated with the title of Netra-Dev (God of Eyes) for his relentless work of providing cataract surgery to the underprivileged. Moreover, driven by his zeal, he created a record by conducting 750 operations in a single day, winning him the title of the world’s greatest eye operator. Commemorating his selfless contribution to society, he was awarded the Padma Shri (1954), the title of Rai Bahadur (1921), Kesari Hind- Gold Medal (1924), and Kesari Hind- Silver Medal (1912).
Continuing a Legacy of Charitable Work
Honoring his remarkable work as a philanthropist in the field of vision, till date, Bry-Air has conducted 13 biannual eye camps at Mathra Das Civil Eye Hospital, which was started by Rai Bahadur Dr. Mathra Das Pahwa. Along similar lines, continuing the charitable work, Bry-Air has successfully organized more than 124 eye camps over the years, providing treatment to 43,079 people in the process. In addition to this, they have also performed 3,513 cataract surgeries successfully along with the free distribution of 34,336 medicines and 39,531 spectacles during the period.
Commitment to Rural Healthcare
Speaking on the occasion, Mahmood Akhtar, CSR Manager at Bry-Air, said, “The eye camp organized every year showcases our commitment to help the villagers avail free eye treatment for their various eye problems. Carrying forward the practice, the 14th biannual camp focused on giving cataract treatment to the locals of the region. Considering that people of the villages have limited access to treatment for cataract, the initiative by Bry-Air serves the purpose of reaching out to people of remote parts of the country and helping them with improved vision.”
(India CSR)
