Tag: blind in india
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World Braille Day: empowering the visually-impaired in India
THE advent of Braille has been a groundbreaking development for the visually-impaired, offering them a unique code and a means to access information independently. World Braille Day is observed annually on January 4th and commemorates the birth of Louis Braille, the inventor of the Braille system. World Braille Day celebrates the impact Braille has had…
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Saving the elderly from blindness: how an NGO in West Bengal is conducting free eye surgeries for the poor
NANRITAM is an NGO in West Bengal that is dedicated to bringing light into the lives of the visually impaired elderly in the remote villages of Purulia in West Bengal. Founded in 2002 by a group of compassionate professionals, Nanritam is an NGO in West Bengal that has been unwavering in its commitment to providing…
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Sankara Eye Foundation India: illuminating lives through vision restoration
IN the vast tapestry of India’s social and healthcare landscape, where challenges often overshadow opportunities, one organization has been tirelessly working to bring light and hope to the lives of millions. Founded in 1977 by the visionary Dr. R.V. Ramani, Sankara Eye Foundation India is characterized by compassion, dedication and innovation in the field of…