To improve primary eye care in rural and underserved communities of Odisha, MNC-LEPRA Society, with support from SEVA Foundation, established three new Vision Centres in 2024 at Laikera (Jharsuguda), Reamal (Deogarh), and Rairakhol (Sambalpur). These centres provide tele-ophthalmology consultations, screening, spectacle dispensing, and referral services, bringing quality eye care closer to the community.
In addition, a residential Mid-Level Ophthalmic Personnel (MLOP) Training Centre has been launched to train and empower young women from marginalized communities with clinical and vocational skills, creating employment opportunities in eye care and strengthening local healthcare systems.
Where We Work
Laikera, Jharsuguda District – Vision Centre
Reamal, Deogarh District – Vision Centre
Rairakhol, Sambalpur District – Vision Centre
Residential MLOP Training Centre – Odisha
What We Do
Provide primary eye care at Vision Centres, including tele-ophthalmology consultations, screening, spectacle dispensing, and referrals, Operate six days a week with trained personnel.
Screen leprosy-affected people for ocular complications using the LVPEI EyeSmart app
Train young women from marginalized communities at the MLOP Training Centre for employment in eye care
Raise community awareness about eye health and preventive care
