Bengaluru, March 6: Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital has launched a nationwide campaign titled ‘Gift Her Clear Vision’ to provide free eye check-ups and consultations to women, marking International Women’s Day. The initiative aims to reach one million women through the hospital network’s more than 280 eye hospitals and vision care centres across India.
The campaign seeks to address a growing concern that many women in the country tend to place family and caregiving responsibilities ahead of their own health needs, often delaying eye examinations and treatment. According to the hospital, this tendency increases the risk of preventable vision problems among women.
As part of the initiative, individuals are encouraged to pledge a free eye examination for an important woman in their lives. Participants can register by scanning a QR code and completing a short pledge form available on the hospital’s website or by calling 9003888444 to nominate a woman for a complimentary eye check-up. After a nomination is made, the hospital team will contact the nominated individual and schedule a priority appointment at the nearest centre between March 8 and 31.
Dr Ashvin Agarwal, Chief Clinical Officer and Senior Ophthalmologist at the hospital, said studies suggest that nearly 65% of women in India postpone seeking eye care despite experiencing vision-related issues. He added that an estimated 2.5 million women face the risk of avoidable vision loss each year, often due to caregiving duties, social factors and financial constraints that delay timely medical attention.
Dr Sanjana Vatsa, Consultant Ophthalmologist at the Bengaluru unit of the hospital, said the campaign offers comprehensive eye examinations and clinical consultations for women across the country. She noted that early and regular eye check-ups play a key role in detecting eye conditions at an early stage and ensuring appropriate treatment.
To facilitate the programme, the hospital has introduced priority consultation hours for women during both weekdays and weekends across its centres. Dedicated consultation slots, expedited check-in procedures and private consultation spaces on Sundays have also been arranged to ensure convenient access to eye care services. The initiative aims to raise awareness about the importance of preventive eye care among women, the hospital said.
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