Free Cataract Surgery Camp in Nijgadh Restores Sight to 345 Patients

Nijgadh, Bara – A three-day cataract surgery camp, organized by Tilganga Eye Hospital, has brought light back into the lives of hundreds in Nijgadh. The camp, held from September 17 to 19 (Ashoj 1–3, 2082 BS) at Nijgadh Tilganga Community Eye Hospital, successfully restored the vision of 345 patients, who had been living in darkness due to cataracts.

Patients came from villages across Bara and Rautahat districts, many of them struggling with blurred vision or complete blindness. Through screening camps and with the support of local governments, they were brought to Nijgadh for free surgeries, carried out by a five-member team of expert doctors under the leadership of renowned ophthalmologist  Dr. Sagar Ruit.

For many, the operation was life-changing. Mahendra Kumar Soni, one of the patients, expressed his joy after regaining his sight:For a long time, it felt like I was living in darkness. Now, being able to see clearly again feels like being given a new life,”* he said, his voice filled with gratitude.

The program also received support from Prabhu Bank, which provided nutritious porridge to patients under its Corporate Social Responsibility initiative. Volunteers from  Rastraka Lagi Yogdan Sanstha played an active role, ensuring smooth management of the camp and extending a helping hand to patients throughout the process.

Deepak Subedi, the hospital in-charge, highlighted the urgent need for such camps in Madhesh Province. Cataracts are very common in Bara and Rautahat, but many people cannot afford treatment. Without interventions like these, they are forced to live in darkness,”  he explained. He added that Nijgadh Tilganga Community Eye Hospital will continue to organize such free camps regularly to reach more people in need.

The camp not only restored sight but also restored hope—reminding the community that with collective effort, even those who have lost light can once again see a brighter tomorrow.