Drishti Eye Camp in the City of Glass

Drishti Foundation, under the leadership of Ms. Sanjana Chauhan, in collaboration with Apollo Healthcare, organised a free eye check-up camp in Firozabad, a city known for its glass bangle industry.

The camp aimed to reach out to factory workers, children, homemakers, and the elderly - those most at risk yet least likely to seek medical help due to financial or time constraints.

At the camp, eye screenings were conducted, and medicines, eye drops, and spectacles were distributed free of cost. For many, it was the first time they had their eyes examined - and the first time they realized the extent of their vision problems.

The Story Behind the Initiative

The initiative was inspired when Ms. Sanjana noticed a young bangle worker in Delhi struggling with eye irritation. Realizing the risks faced by glass workers, she launched this camp to raise awareness and provide timely care in Firozabad’s high-risk zones.

The camp was officially inaugurated by Ms. Kamni Rathore, the Mayor of Firozabad, Ms Sanjana Chauhan Drishti, alongside Dr. Suddha from the Apollo Foundation's Billion Hearts Beating initiative.

Voices from the Ground

"This was not just a medical camp - it was a movement to spread awareness. Ms. Chauhan’s leadership is truly inspirational for our youth."

Kamini Rathore

Mayor of Firozabad

"At an age when most youth focus on personal growth, Sanjana is serving society with compassion. Apollo is proud to support Drishti in this noble mission."

Mrs. Sudha

CSR Head, BHB (Pan India), Apollo Hospitals

"My eyes would burn and blur during household chores. I never realized I had a major vision problem. The free treatment and spectacles have given me a new outlook - quite literally."

Mrs. Kausar

Resident of Labour Colony

"We could never find time to visit a doctor. This camp brought healthcare to us. The detailed check-up and free glasses were a blessing."

Mr. Munna Lal & Mrs. Shakuntala Rathore

Shopkeepers from Bodh Road

"Night driving had weakened my vision, but I ignored it. The doctors here identified the issue and helped me understand how to manage and treat it. I’m truly grateful."

Mr. Prithvi Pal

Driver from Firozabad

Major Symptoms in Sample Survey

A 2022 study revealed that over 35% of Firozabad’s glass workers suffer from refractive errors, while 15% experience dryness and irritation. Prolonged exposure to high heat, fumes, and dust inside factories, along with the lack of protective gear and awareness, continues to worsen the situation.

Outcomes and Insights from the Camp

Age Group Single Vision Keratometry Clinical Review Recommended No Recommendation Grand Total
Less Than 16 10 7   20 37
Between 17 to 24 10 5   10 25
Between 25 to 44 53 19   30 102
Between 45 to 59 49 31   20 100
Senior above 60 9 25 21   55
Grand Total 131 87 21 80 319

Glimpses Of Free Eye Check Up Camp

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