22/01/2026
Report on Free Eye Check-up Camp
Organised by BMC S Ward in association with Inner Wheel Club of Mumbai Bhandup
Under Namo Netra Sanjeevani Aarogya Abhiyaan
📍 Venue: Suncity, Pluto Building, B-Wing, Opposite Trikuta Tower, Vikhroli West
📅 Dates: 17th September – 1ST October 2025
⏰ Time: 10.00 AM – 1.00 PM
🌟 Grand Launch
The Free Eye Check-up Camp was inaugurated on 17th September 2025 with great enthusiasm and community participation. The initiative, launched under the Namo Netra Sanjeevani Aarogya Abhiyaan, aimed to provide accessible and quality eye care services to the local community. Members of the Inner Wheel Club of Mumbai Bhandup, President Veena Shetty , Secretary Vaishali Nair And Vice president Simmi HAN along with representatives from BMC S Ward, graced the event and extended their wholehearted support.
👁️ Camp Highlights & Impact
• The camp ran successfully for 9 days, witnessing an active response from the community.
• Over 280 patients were seen during this period.
• Of these, 17 patients have been advised to undergo cataract surgery in one or both eyes.
• Around 30 free cataract surgeries will be performed to restore vision for these patients, giving them a new lease of life.
• The camp not only provided free consultations but also created awareness about preventive eye care and the importance of regular check-ups.
🌸 Felicitation Ceremony
As a gesture of gratitude and appreciation, a felicitation program was organised by the Inner Wheel Club of Mumbai Bhandup on 1st Oct 2025 which was the concluding day of the camp.
• IWC Mumbai Bhandup President Mrs. Veena Shetty and Secretary Mrs. Vaishali Nair felicitated 10 key persons who contributed to the smooth ex*****on of the camp.
• Special recognition was given to the dedicated medical team:
o Dr. Samruddhi K***a (Ophthalmologist)
o Dr. Himanshi (Optometrist)
• The felicitation extended to key BMC staff including Centre head Dr Vidya Prabhu , IMO Dr Shailesh and volunteers whose tireless efforts ensured that the camp reached and benefitted hundreds of patients.
This heartfelt acknowledgement reflected the spirit of collaboration, service, and community bonding.
💙 Community Response
The initiative received an overwhelming response from the residents of Vikhroli and nearby areas. Patients expressed heartfelt gratitude for the free and timely medical support. The involvement of community members, volunteers, and Inner Wheel Club members ensured smooth ex*****on and amplified the camp’s impact.
✅ Conclusion
The Free Eye Check-up Camp at Vikhroli West has been a significant step towards community health and well-being. By addressing preventable blindness and vision-related issues, the initiative has brought light and hope into many lives.
With 30 free cataract surgeries lined up, and the recognition of dedicated contributors, this initiative stands as a beacon of service and compassion, proving once again that small steps taken together can create a lasting impact.
🌟 Together, we move towards a healthier, brighter tomorrow. 🌟
