“A Stitch of Hope in the Dark”
Aratrika Eye Care Foundation
Igniting Hope, Restoring Vision. 🧵 Rameshwari Devi was known in her neighborhood not just for her nimble fingers, but for her never-fading smile. Every morning,
Vision for All
We are dedicated to eliminating curable blindness by delivering affordable, sustainable eye care services to underserved rural communities of Punjab.
sustainable eye care services to underserved rural communities of Punjab.
We are dedicated to eliminating curable blindness by delivering affordable, sustainable eye care services to underserved rural communities of Punjab.
- "Center of Excellence"
India's inaugural Eye Hospital recognized as a
Eye Care Services in Rural Regions
About Us
Aratrika Eyecare and Research Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation, incorporated as a Section 8 company in 2024 with a dedicated mission to prevent and eliminate avoidable blindness in Punjab.
The name “Aratrika,” derived from Sanskrit, refers to a sacred ritual that dispels darkness, symbolizing the very essence of our mission.
In Punjab, there is a significant gap in access to quality eye care, particularly for underserved communities. With limited eye care institutes available, many individuals lack access to essential treatment. The Aratrika Eyecare and Research Foundation was established to bridge this gap, providing accessible, affordable, and effective eye care.
“We are committed to providing 100% free screening and covering 90% of surgical costs for underserved populations.”
Our Team
“Bringing together passionate doctors and teachers, our team is devoted to making a lasting impact in rural areas.”
About Us
At Aratrika Eye Care Foundation, we believe that vision is not just a sense—it’s a gift. Our mission is to bring light into lives clouded by preventable blindness and visual impairment. Through dedicated eye care services, outreach programs, and awareness campaigns, we strive to ensure that no one is left in the dark due to lack of access or resources.
Founded with compassion at its core, Aratrika is more than a foundation—it’s a movement of hope, healing, and humanity. From organizing free eye check-ups in underserved areas to supporting critical surgeries and providing glasses to children in need, every initiative is a step toward a clearer, brighter future for all.
Because when we help someone see the world again, we remind them—and ourselves—of all the beauty that still exists in it.
WHAT
- WE DO
Every milestone we've reached reflects the hard work, dedication, and vision that drives us forward. Our growth is not just measured in numbers, but in the lasting impact we've made along the way.
MISSION SAVERA
Restoring Sight with Cataract Surgeries
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In rural areas, cataracts remain one of the leading causes of visual impairment, especially among the elderly. Mission Savera is a dedicated rural eye health initiative by Aratrika Eye care and research Foundation that brings free or subsidized cataract screening and surgeries directly to underserved communities.
Our expert medical teams conduct thorough on-site eye exams to identify patients in need and offer surgeries using the advanced Phacoemulsification technique—ensuring minimal invasiveness, faster recovery, and superior visual outcomes compared to traditional SICS (Small Incision cataract Surgery)
Our commitment doesn’t end with surgery. Every patient receives comprehensive post-operative care, medications, and prescription glasses to ensure the best long-term results.
Backed by a transparent cost model, each surgery costs INR 6,000—with 100% of donations going directly to restoring sight. By combining quality care, cutting-edge technology, and community education, Mission Savera empowers individuals with the gift of vision and a renewed chance at life.
MISSION VIKAS
School Eye Screening for a Brighter Future
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Mission Vikas is a school-based eye health initiative focused on early detection and treatment of vision problems in children, especially refractive errors that often go unnoticed. With limited access to eye care in rural and underserved communities, many children struggle with poor vision that directly affects their academic performance, development, and overall well-being.
Through this program, our team conducts free eye screenings in schools to identify issues early, ensuring timely intervention before they impact a child’s future. Children diagnosed with refractive errors are provided with prescription glasses completely free of charge, and those with more serious conditions are referred to Savera Hospital for affordable treatment.
In addition to medical support, Mission Vikas promotes sustainable eye health awareness through educational workshops for students, teachers, and parents, fostering a culture of regular eye check-ups. With each pair of spectacles costing just INR 500, your donation can directly transform a child’s life by giving them the clear vision they need to succeed.
MISSION JYOTI
Corneal Transplantation for the Gift of Sight
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Mission Jyoti, an initiative by the Aratrika Eye Care and Research Foundation in partnership with Savera Hospital, is committed to restoring vision for individuals suffering from corneal blindness by offering free or low-cost corneal transplant surgeries.
With over 4 million people affected by this condition in India, the high cost of treatment and lack of awareness make access to care extremely limited—especially for those from underserved backgrounds. Through targeted outreach camps, walk-in services, and community awareness efforts, we aim to identify patients in need and offer them advanced surgical options such as Penetrating Keratoplasty, DALK, DSEK, and DMEK, tailored to each case.
The initiative covers the complete treatment journey, from diagnostic investigations and high-quality donor tissue to surgery and post-operative care, ensuring the highest standards of care. While the cost of an optical transplant is INR 19,720 and a therapeutic transplant is INR 10,720, all surgeries are performed with no surgeon or hospital fees.
Mission Jyoti also invests in training local healthcare professionals and promoting corneal donation to create lasting impact. With your support, we can restore sight, dignity, and independence to those who need it most.
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Savera Eye Hospital
Eye Care Services in Rural Regions
- and Aratrika Eye Care & Research Foundation Collaboration:
- based in India
Savera Eye Hospital and Aratrika Eye Care & Research Foundation Collaboration :
- A Vision for a Brighter Future for Punjab
Savera Eye Hospital , a renowned super specialized eye care facility, has recently formed a remarkable collaboration with Aratrika Eye Care & Research Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing essential eye care services. This partnership is set to revolutionize the landscape of eye health in Moga and its surrounding districts, offering a lifeline to those in need of quality eye care, especially for underserved and underprivileged populations.
Savera Eye Hospital , a renowned super specialized eye care facility, has recently formed a remarkable collaboration with Aratrika Eye Care & Research Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing essential eye care services. This partnership is set to revolutionize the landscape of eye health in Moga and its surrounding districts, offering a lifeline to those in need of quality eye care, especially for underserved and underprivileged populations.
Our mission is to lead the effort in Punjab to eliminate preventable blindness by 2030.
Punjab, one of India’s most economically challenged states, is home to a population of 104 million, with around 700,000 individuals suffering from total blindness. Through thousands of eye camps we conduct annually, we estimate that the number of blind individuals in Punjab is rising by roughly 100,000 each year.
Aratrika Eye Care Foundation began its mission to cure blindness in December 2015 initially focusing on Punjab. Today, it stands as one of India’s top five eye care hospitals, offering a wide range of services including cataract surgeries, specialized treatments for glaucoma, retinal conditions, pediatric eye care, and correction of refractive errors.
We firmly believe that no one should endure blindness simply due to the inability to afford treatment. Given the high poverty levels in Punjab, we are committed to offering 80% of our surgeries free of charge to those unable to bear the cost, up until 2026.
We are empowering women to take the lead in our mission to eliminate blindness. Since 2015, we've been training rural girls to become certified optometrists, with a goal of enrolling 1,500 girls in our program by 2030.
Igniting Hope, Restoring Vision.
The Originators of
- Our Vision
Their bold ideas and unwavering belief in their mission sparked the movement we see today. Every step we take forward is a testament to the vision they imagined and set in motion.
WHAT
- WE DO
Every milestone we've reached reflects the hard work, dedication, and vision that drives us forward. Our growth is not just measured in numbers, but in the lasting impact we've made along the way.
Aratrika Foundation Achievements
Aratrika Eye Foundation has successfully addressed blindness on a large scale.
Financial Overview
We believe being transparent and accountable is essential to building trust and upholding our responsibilities.
Our Objectives Through 2028
Explore Our Goals and Objectives
Rely on Aratrika to
- drive the change.
Each year, we restore sight to over 93,000 individuals in some of the most underserved and desperate regions of India through life-changing eye surgeries.
We reach even the most remote villages to identify and support those in need of critical eye care services.
We built rural India’s first comprehensive eye hospital.
Sq. Ft. Area
207000
Operation Theatres
14
Speciality Services
15
+
Beds Available
600
Kindness is a language the blind can see and the deaf can hear.
By --- Aratrika Eye Care Foundation
Inspiration Through Storytelling
“A Stitch of Hope in the Dark”
Aratrika Eye Care Foundation
Igniting Hope, Restoring Vision. 🧵 Rameshwari Devi was known in her neighborhood not just for her nimble fingers, but for her never-fading smile. Every morning,
“A Stitch of Hope in the Dark”
Aratrika Eye Care Foundation
Igniting Hope, Restoring Vision. 🧵 Rameshwari Devi was known in her neighborhood not just for her nimble fingers, but for her never-fading smile. Every morning,
“A Stitch of Hope in the Dark”
Aratrika Eye Care Foundation
Igniting Hope, Restoring Vision. 🧵 Rameshwari Devi was known in her neighborhood not just for her nimble fingers, but for her never-fading smile. Every morning,