Gurugram: 453 residents attend free eye check-up camp

Gurugram witnessed a large public turnout on Sunday as 453 residents underwent free medical examinations at an eye check-up camp organised by the Tendishia Association at Shiv Mandir in Surat Nagar Phase-1. The camp focused on early detection of eye problems and basic health screening for people from nearby residential clusters.

According to organisers, a total of 453 people were examined during the day-long camp, including 279 women and 174 men. All beneficiaries received free eye examinations, blood sugar tests, medical consultations and spectacles.

The camp was inaugurated in the presence of Gurugram MLA Mukesh Sharma, who attended as the chief guest. Addressing residents, Sharma stressed the need for regular eye check-ups, especially among senior citizens and working adults.

He said timely diagnosis and treatment can prevent long-term vision loss and improve quality of life, particularly for those who cannot afford private healthcare.

Local councillor Surekha Chauhan of Ward 34 also attended the camp and interacted with residents.

She praised the organisers for reaching out to economically weaker sections and said such initiatives play a crucial role in bridging healthcare gaps in urban and semi-urban areas. Chauhan noted that preventive healthcare camps are often the first point of medical contact for many families.

Doctors and volunteers examined patients throughout the day, with many residents reporting common complaints such as blurred vision, headaches, eye strain and symptoms related to diabetes. Organisers said several patients were advised further follow-up for cataracts, refractive errors and high blood sugar levels. Free spectacles were distributed on the spot to those diagnosed with vision problems.

The camp was organised with the support of a team of local volunteers who managed registration, crowd control and patient assistance. Members of the Tendishia Association said the group is made up of socially conscious citizens who have come together to address basic healthcare needs, particularly among slum dwellers and rural populations. They said none of the core members belong to the medical profession, but they work closely with doctors and health professionals to organise regular camps.

Sanjeev Babbar and Prabhat Manocha of the association said the objective is to ensure that financial constraints do not prevent people from accessing basic eye care and health screening. They said vision problems often go untreated in low-income families, affecting education, employment and daily life.

The organisers also announced an expansion of the programme from next year. Until now, the free eye check-up camp has been held once a month on the second Sunday. From the coming year, it will be organised twice a month, on the second and the last Sunday, to increase coverage and reach more needy residents.

 Local residents welcomed the announcement and said regular camps would reduce their dependence on costly private clinics. Many beneficiaries said the free services helped them identify health issues they had ignored for years.