Mathura: 106 Screened at Free Eye Camp in Shreeji Garden 2 by Kalyanam Karoti

Mathura, September 2, 2026: Residents of the Shreeji Garden 2 locality in Mathura benefited from a comprehensive free eye screening and health examination camp held recently. The event was organized through a collaborative effort between the local digital news portal ‘MathuraNow’ and the Resident Welfare Association (RWA) of Shreeji Garden 2, with specialized medical support provided by the Kalyan Karoti Eye Institute of Jachounda. The initiative was spearheaded by veteran social worker and former municipal councillor Moolchand Garg Ji, whose coordination ensured the camp reached both local residents and domestic workers in the surrounding areas.

Community Leaders and Health Outreach

The camp saw a significant turnout, with local dignitaries attending to oversee the proceedings and provide support to the medical staff. Among those present were Moolchand, who also serves as the general secretary of the Mathura Ramleela Committee, and Meenakshi Agarwal, state president of the Akhil Bharatiya Agarwal Maha Sabha. Himanshu Agarwal, the founder of MathuraNow, and Nitin Sharma, representing the RWA, also participated to facilitate the event. These community leaders emphasized the necessity of bringing medical diagnostics directly to residential neighborhoods to bridge the gap for elderly citizens who often struggle to reach specialized clinics.

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Screening Results and Immediate Medical Referral

According to the official report provided by camp manager Apurva Sharma, a total of 106 individuals underwent rigorous eye examinations during the one-day event. The diagnostic process identified 20 patients suffering from cataracts. In two urgent instances, the medical team deemed it necessary to transfer elderly female patients directly to the Kalyan Karoti hospital via an institutional vehicle to begin immediate surgical procedures. Other patients diagnosed with varying levels of vision impairment were provided with consultations and advised on scheduling their surgeries at their convenience in the coming weeks.

Advanced Diagnostic Technology and Screening

The technical success of the camp relied on a team led by senior optometrist Uma Sharma. Utilizing an auto-refractometer (AR) machine, the team performed precise refraction tests to determine accurate vision numbers for all participants. To ensure the safety of those identified as surgical candidates, the medical team conducted mandatory pre-surgical screenings, including blood pressure and blood sugar level checks. These precautions are standard practice to identify any underlying health risks that might complicate eye surgeries, ensuring patients are medically fit before they transition to the hospital environment.

Institutional Commitment to Affordable Healthcare

The Kalyan Karoti Eye Institute maintains a clear policy regarding the accessibility of its services. Camp manager Apurva Sharma detailed that for patients referred through these community camps, expenses such as surgeon fees, hospital bed charges, and nursing costs are waived entirely. While patients opting for advanced, premium lenses like foldable or multifocal versions are responsible for the actual cost of the hardware, the institute provides transparent billing and certification for these items. Furthermore, the referral slips issued during the camp remain valid, allowing patients to access follow-up services at the main facility under the same terms.

Expert Medical Staff and Insurance Accessibility

To support its mission, the institute employs a team of seven highly qualified surgeons who maintain regular outpatient department (OPD) hours between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM, Monday through Saturday, with special Sunday services provided by Dr. Pratibha Bansal. The institute also operates under the GIC network, integrating with 19 major Third-Party Administrators (TPAs) and 32 insurance companies. This structure allows many patients to avail themselves of cashless surgical treatments, significantly reducing the financial burden on families.

Future Health Initiatives

Following the successful turnout at Shreeji Garden 2, the organizers have announced plans to continue their outreach efforts across the region. The next screening camp is scheduled for September 7 in Bakalpur. To maximize community participation, local organizers plan to distribute pamphlets and install banners across several housing complexes, including Garden Heights and Radha Garden, ensuring that the labor class and residents in surrounding neighborhoods are well-informed and able to access these vital healthcare services.