Hyderabad, December 11, 2024 – Sankara Eye Hospital, Hyderabad, is proud to announce a significant step forward in its mission to provide accessible eye care to underserved communities. A distinguished delegation from Cholamandalam MS General Insurance Company Limited (Chola MS General Insurance), comprising Mr. V. Suryanarayanan, Managing Director; Mr. Ashish Hallan, President & Chief Operating Officer; Mr. S. Venugopalan, Chief Financial Officer; and Mr. Mahendra Kumar Tripathi, Chief Compliance Officer & Company Secretary, visited the hospital to officially hand over a bus generously donated by their organization in presence of Mr. Gannamraju Viswamohan, Unit Head, Dr Sriram Simakurthy, Vitreo Retina Surgeon , Dr Sirisha Polkampally, Orbit & Oculoplasty, Cataract Surgeon and Dr Vinti Durga Kiranmayi, Vitreo Retina Surgeon.

This donation will serve as a vital resource for transporting rural poor patients from remote villages to Sankara Eye Hospital for free eye surgeries. The hospital conducts regular outreach camps in underserved areas, offering eye check-ups and identifying patients who require advanced care. This bus will ensure seamless access to the hospital, facilitating life-changing treatments for those in need.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Gannamraju Viswamohan, Unit Head Sankara Eye Hospital Hyderabad, expressed gratitude, stating: “We are deeply thankful to Chola MS General Insurance for their generous contribution. This bus will not only improve access to essential eye care services for rural patients but also underscore the importance of partnerships in driving impactful healthcare initiatives. Collaborations like these empower us to fulfill our mission of eradicating preventable blindness and creating a brighter future for communities in need.”

Chola MS General Insurance’s donation aligns with its commitment to corporate social responsibility, reflecting its dedication to community development and healthcare. Through this collaboration, both organizations aim to create a sustainable impact on public health, particularly for marginalized populations.

Over the years, Sankara Eye Hospital has been steadfast in its mission to eliminate preventable blindness through compassionate and high-quality eye care. Established with the vision of providing world-class eye care to underserved communities, the hospital has conducted over 2.7 million free eye surgeries and has screened millions more through its extensive outreach programs. With decades of unwavering service, Sankara Eye Hospital has become a beacon of hope, hosting over 10,000 rural outreach camps annually and offering a wide range of ophthalmic treatments. This commitment to restoring sight and transforming lives continues to inspire trust and gratitude across the country. The bus donation marks a significant milestone in the joint efforts of Sankara Eye Hospital and Chola MS General Insurance to ensure that Sankara Eye Care can extend its reach to more remove corners and uplift countless lives by reaching the farthest corners of society.