Free cataract operation
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, September 01 2012:
In continuation of the blindness control programme under the CSR-CD scheme, the Loktak Power Station NHPC Ltd has started conducting free cataract operations in collaboration with Shija Hospital and Research Institute, Imphal.
The 4th batch of free cataract operation was held on August 31 at SHRI, Imphal wherein 8 cases were operated successfully, said a statement issued by Dr KK Singh, Dy CMO NHPC, Loktak.
Free medicines, subsidised cost of operation fee with foldable IOL, transportation and fooding for the patients were provided by the NHPL Ltd.
In its attempt to conduct 100 cataract operation this year, the NHPC has so far conducted operation to 30 patients in four batches, said the statement.