REC Limited extends CSR assistance of Rs 11.55 crore to Sankara Eye Hospital
REC Limited, a Maharatna CPSE under the Ministry of Power, marked a significant milestone in healthcare accessibility with the inauguration of the Sankara Eye Hospital in Saharsa, Bihar. Funded through a Rs 11.55 crore CSR grant under the flagship initiative “Bringing Vision to Bihar,” the facility was opened to the public in a high-profile ceremony.
The hospital was inaugurated by Giriraj Singh, Union Minister, alongside TSC Bosh, Director (Projects), REC Limited, and other senior government dignitaries.
A Roadmap for Vision Restoration
The new facility is set to transform the ophthalmic landscape of Northern Bihar. Over the next five years, the project is structured to deliver:
1.5 Lakh Outpatient Consultations: Providing comprehensive screenings and specialized eye care.
40,000 Cataract Surgeries: Focusing on the eradication of preventable blindness through advanced surgical intervention.
Inclusive Healthcare: A dedicated mandate to provide free and subsidized services to underserved and economically marginalized communities.
Utilization of the Rs 11.55 crore CSR Grant.
REC Limited’s financial support has equipped the hospital with modern medical infrastructure, including advanced Ophthalmic Technology with cutting-edge diagnostic and surgical equipment.
Rural outreach fleet: Specialized vehicles to conduct eye-screening camps in remote villages.
Operational Infrastructure: Fully equipped patient wards and sterile operation theaters.
