Free Eye Check-up, Cataract Diagnosis & Surgery Camp at Kusumbale, Alibag

07 Oct 2026

Lions Club of Alibag Poynad organized a Free Eye Check-up, Cataract Diagnosis & Surgery Camp at Kusumbale, Alibag on 7 October 2026 as part of the October Service Week 2026. The activity was conducted in collaboration with Lions Health Foundation, Chondi, with the objective of providing accessible eye-care services to the local community and identifying patients requiring cataract treatment. A total of 72 beneficiaries underwent eye examinations during the camp. Following the screening, 10 patients were diagnosed with cataract. These patients will receive free cataract surgery at Lions Health Foundation Hospital, Chondi. The camp was graced by the presence of District Governor PMJF Lion Pravin G. Sarnaik, whose presence encouraged the beneficiaries, volunteers and Lions members participating in the service activity. A total of 9 Lions members participated in and supported the activity, contributing a total of 36 Lion Hours. Activity expenditure: ₹4,950. Beneficiaries served: 72 Cataract patients identified: 10 Lions members involved: 9 Lion Hours: 36 Total Activity Cost: ₹4,950 The activity was a meaningful community health initiative aimed at promoting eye health, early detection of cataract and access to free corrective treatment for people in need.