Initiative focuses on preventing firecracker-related eye injuries among children
Davanagere, November 6, 2026: With the aim of protecting children from eye injuries during Diwali celebrations, Vasan Eye Care Hospital, Davanagere, has organised a ‘Safe Diwali Eye Awareness Programme’ to promote safe festive practices among children and their parents.
The special awareness initiative, being conducted from November 4 to 12, 2026, is exclusively aimed at children below 15 years of age.
The programme focuses on educating children and parents about the potential eye hazards caused by firecrackers, sparks, smoke and chemical substances, while highlighting the importance of following safety precautions during the festive season.
As part of the initiative, a team of doctors from the Davanagere hospital participated in the awareness programme and shared important guidelines on celebrating Diwali safely. They also explained the immediate steps to be taken in case of firecracker-related eye injuries and stressed the importance of seeking prompt medical attention.
Doctors who participated in the programme:
– Dr. Poornima L. Raddar
– Dr. Pooja C. Bhavi
– Dr. Deepak Kumar Doddamani
– Dr. Sanjana Shiggaon
The doctors highlighted the importance of protecting children’s eye health and urged parents to ensure that children follow appropriate safety measures while celebrating the festival.
Vasan Eye Care Hospital, Davanagere, has appealed to all parents to take extra care of their children’s safety and ensure that they enjoy a safe, healthy and happy Diwali.
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