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Free Eye Treatment and Cataract Surgeries Begin for 5,000 Patients in Kishoreganj

KISHOREGANJ, Bangladesh—June 20, 2025 (Friday):

A week-long free eye care camp has commenced at the grounds of Taslima Memorial College in Chauddashata, Kishoreganj. Organized by the international humanitarian organization Al-Basar International Foundation, the camp aims to provide free eye treatment to at least 5,000 patients, including cataract surgeries for 500 selected individuals.

The initial session, held on Friday from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, involved eye examinations, medical consultations, and the free distribution of medicines and eyeglasses. Patients diagnosed with cataracts were carefully screened and selected for surgical procedures. For these patients, Al-Basar will bear the full cost of surgery, intraocular lenses, post-operative care, medication, accommodation, and meals.

A dedicated medical team comprising around 100 personnel—including 15 specialist doctors from Al-Noor Eye Hospital and Makkah Eye Hospital in Dhaka—has been deployed to deliver healthcare services throughout the week.

Since its establishment in 1992, Al-Basar International Foundation—Bangladesh Sector has been providing eye care services across Bangladesh to the underprivileged and marginalized. To date, over 5 million individuals have benefited from the foundation’s diverse medical and humanitarian projects.

Free Eye Camp in Rajshahi: Treatment for 5,000 Patients and 500 Cataract Surgeries

A week-long free eye camp was organized by Al-Basar International Foundation from December 20-27 at Shah Mokhdum College, Ghoramara, Boalia, Rajshahi. The camp provided free treatment to at least 5,000 eye patients and conduct cataract surgeries for 500 individuals.

All expenses, including surgery, medication, and accommodation, were covered by the foundation. A 100-member medical team, including 15 doctors, offered free eye examinations, prescriptions, medicines, and glasses. Specialists from Al-Noor Eye Hospital and Makka Eye Hospital in Dhaka have conducted the surgeries.

Since 1992, Al-Basar International Foundation has provided eye care services to over 5 million patients in Bangladesh, offering hope and improving lives across the nation.