As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, Bry-Air, the leading company of the Pahwa Group, organized its 14th Biannual Eye Clinic at Mathra Das Civil Eye Hospital in Moga, Punjab. This event was held in honor of the company’s 60-year milestone and aimed at enhancing the quality of life for villagers.
Given the prevalence of eye health concerns among villagers, this effort by the company was designed to increase the availability of eye care services. The camp saw attendance from 698 individuals hailing from villages such as Bughipura, Mehna, Ghall Kalan, and others nearby. For those diagnosed with more severe conditions, specifically cataracts, 81 individuals were identified for surgery. Additionally, over 1,000 free medications and 300 pairs of spectacles were distributed freely.
The event was inaugurated by Sanjeev Saini, head patron of the Bhartiya Jagriti Munch in Moga, and saw the participation of Dr. Amandeep Kaur Arora, MLA; Indu Puri, a respected social activist; and Charanjeet Singh Channi, the Mayor of Moga.
Frequently hosting such eye clinics, the company honors Rai Bahadur Dr. Mathra Das Pahwa by continuing his mission to restore eyesight for the needy. Renowned for his dedication, he earned the title of Netra-Dev for performing 750 eye operations in a single day and received numerous awards including the Padma Shri and the Kesari Hind- Gold Medal.
To date, Bry-Air has conducted a total of 13 biannual eye camps at the Mathra Das Civil Eye Hospital, originally established by Dr. Pahwa. Continuing this legacy, the company has facilitated more than 124 camps, aiding 43,079 individuals, and performing 3,513 successful cataract surgeries, along with distributing 34,336 medications and 39,531 spectacles.
On reflecting the significance of the event, Mahmood Akhtar, CSR manager at Bry-Air, remarked, “Our annual eye clinics emphasize our dedication to providing free eye healthcare to villagers. The 14th event particularly focused on cataract care, seeking to bridge the treatment gap for villagers who have restricted access to necessary eye care, thereby improving their vision.”