1. Cataracts: A Leading Cause

Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in Bihar, responsible for over 60% of blindness cases. Despite being a treatable condition, many people in Bihar remain blind due to lack of access to affordable cataract surgery. It is estimated that each year, hundreds of thousands of people in Bihar develop cataracts but do not receive timely treatment.

2. Unmet Need for Eye Care

According to the National Programme for Control of Blindness (NPCB), Bihar has a significant backlog of untreated cases. There are over 2 million people in the state who require immediate eye care, including surgery, to prevent blindness. The unmet need is particularly high in rural areas, where eye care facilities are scarce and awareness is low.

3. Rural Disparities

Many people, especially in rural areas, suffer from vision problems simply due to the lack of access to corrective lenses. We provide free eyeglasses to those diagnosed with refractive errors during our camps.

4. Children and Vision Impairment

Vision impairment among children is also a significant concern in Bihar. An estimated 200,000 children in Bihar suffer from visual impairment, with a large proportion due to uncorrected refractive errors. Without intervention, these children face challenges in education and social development, perpetuating the cycle of poverty.

5. Economic Impact

The economic burden of blindness in Bihar is substantial. Blindness and visual impairment significantly reduce the ability of individuals to work, leading to loss of income and increased dependency. The economic loss due to blindness in Bihar is estimated to be in the hundreds of millions of rupees annually.

6. Success Through Intervention

Impact of Eye Care Programs: Despite the challenges, eye care programs in Bihar have shown that targeted interventions can significantly reduce blindness rates. For example, through outreach camps and subsidized surgeries, thousands of people regain their sight each year, demonstrating that with adequate funding, the burden of blindness can be greatly reduced.

Sri Sai Eye Hospital: A Beacon of Hope

At Sri Sai Eye Hospital - Patna , we are on a mission to bring light into the lives of those living in darkness. As a leading eye care institution in Patna, we have dedicated ourselves to providing top-quality, affordable eye care to the people of Bihar. Every day, we treat patients who have lost hope, restoring their vision and giving them a second chance at life.

Join us in this mission. Help us turn the tide against blindness in Bihar. Donate to Sri Sai Eye Hospital today and be the reason someone sees the world again. Your support can transform these numbers—turning potential cases of blindness into stories of vision restored and lives renewed .