NBJK Celebrates World Sight Day with Eye Health Camps and Awareness Initiatives in Hazaribagh
11 October 2025, Hazaribagh: Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK), in collaboration with Sightsavers India, observed World Sight Day 2025 under its Rural Eye Health Programme, Hazaribagh. The event, supported by the Social Inclusion and Inclusive Education Team, was held at Station Club, Hazaribagh, and featured a special eye screening camp and an awareness campaign on eye health. The programme was graced by Dr. Shashi (ACMO, Sadar Hospital) as the Chief Guest. Other dignitaries present included Mrs. Pratima Kumari (CDPO, Sadar [...]
Inauguration of Paramedical Block & Modular Operation Theatre at LNJP Eye Hospital, Bahera
06 October 2025, Bahera (Chouparan, Hazaribagh): The newly constructed Paramedical Block and Modular Operation Theatre were inaugurated at LNJP Eye Hospital, Bahera on 27th September. The ceremony was graced by Mr. Kuldeep Singh (Country Director–India & Asia Pacific Regional Director, SEVA, USA) as the Chief Guest, and Mrs. Uma Bharathi Vunnam (Program Officer, SEVA, USA) as the Guest of Honour. The event also witnessed the esteemed presence of Mr. Girija Satish, President-NBJK; Mr. Gandharv Gaurav and Mr. Anand Abhinav, Program [...]
Free Eye Screening Camp Organized by LNJP Eye Hospital, Hazaribagh
21 September 2025, Hazaribagh: LokNayak JayPrakash Eye Hospital, Bahera Ashram, Chouparan (managed by Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra – NBJK) organized a comprehensive eye screening camp at the Collectorate premises, Hazaribagh. A total of 212 individuals underwent eye examinations during the camp. Out of them, 5 cases of cataract and 9 cases of diabetic retinopathy were identified. The hospital distributed 106 spectacles (81 near vision and 25 distance) and 121 eye drops free of cost to the beneficiaries. The eye examinations [...]
Training on Eye Health Awareness Organized at Keredari by NBJK and Sightsavers India
25 August 2025, Keradari (Hazaribagh): Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK), under its Netra Vasant – Rural Eye Health Program supported by Sightsavers India, organized a training session today at the JSLPS office in Keradari. The program aimed to enhance awareness of basic eye health among rural women. A total of 70 participants, including Sahiyas, health workers, and members of JSLPS Sakhi Mandals, attended the session. They were provided with essential knowledge about common eye diseases, their prevention, and treatment. Special [...]
One-Day Eye Health Training Organized for Frontline Health Workers
23 July 2025, Peto (Daru, Hazaribagh): A one-day training session was organized yesterday at the Community Health Centre, Peto, located in Daru Block of Hazaribagh district, under the joint initiative of Sightsavers India, JSLPS, National Health Mission, and the National Programme for Control of Blindness. The training was conducted under the Rural Eye Health Programme – Netra Vasant, operated by Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK). The training aimed at empowering frontline health workers including Sahiya didis, ANMs, and health staff [...]
Inclusive Eye Health Program Reaches Children in Observation and Children’s Homes of Hazaribagh
18 July 2025, Hazaribagh: As part of the Inclusive Eye Health Program supported by Sightsavers India, Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK) organized a comprehensive eye screening camp at the Observation Home, Hazaribagh, for children and staff members. The initiative was supported by the Mobile Medical Unit of LNJP Eye Hospital, Bahera (Chouparan), run by NBJK. The medical team was led by optometrists Mr. Deepak and Mr. Virendra, who conducted thorough eye examinations. A total of 67 OPD consultations were carried [...]