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Vande Bharat Samajsevi Sanstha and Lions Club Yamunanagar-Jagadhri organised an eye check-up and blood donation awareness camp at Shri Chintaharan Hanuman Temple in Yamunanagar as part of their continuing effort to bring basic health services closer to people. The programme marked the 238th eye examination camp held under the initiative “Ek Kadam Swasthya Ki Ore, Lakshya 1000 Medical Camps” (A Step Towards Health, Target 1,000 Medical Camps).
The camp was organised under the guidance of Mahant Shri Dharam Raj Giri Ji and under the chairmanship of Kumar Gaurav, president of the organisation and Lions Club. The organisers brought together medical support and public awareness activities, with the aim of encouraging people to pay attention to eye health and understand the importance of voluntary blood donation.
Civil Surgeon inaugurates the camp
Civil Surgeon Mrs Divya Mangla attended the programme as the chief guest, while Dr Anil Aggarwal was present as the guest of honour. Both inaugurated the camp by lighting the ceremonial lamp. The opening marked the start of a community-focused activity centred on preventive health awareness and access to basic medical guidance.
Such local health camps can provide an accessible point of contact for people who may otherwise delay routine check-ups. Eye-related problems, in particular, can sometimes go unnoticed when people do not seek timely examination. An organised screening camp gives participants an opportunity to discuss concerns with a medical professional and receive guidance on whether further consultation may be needed.
Eye examinations and free medicines
Eye specialist Dr Ajay Rana examined participants during the camp. Free medicines were also distributed to needy patients, according to the organisers. The arrangement was intended to offer immediate support to people attending the programme while drawing attention to the value of regular eye care.
Medical examinations can help people better understand their health concerns and the next steps they may need to take. Organisers said the camp was part of a sustained effort rather than a one-off event: the 238th camp reflects the continuing focus of the initiative on taking health-related services into the community. The stated target of 1,000 medical camps sets out the broader ambition behind the campaign.
Participants were able to seek advice during the camp, while the distribution of free medicines was directed towards those in need. The organisers did not announce a total number of people examined or medicines distributed in the information shared about the event.
Blood donation awareness forms a key part
Alongside the eye check-up service, a team from Shaheed Udham Singh Charitable Blood Bank spoke to attendees about blood donation. The team explained the importance of voluntary donation and encouraged people to come forward to support patients who may require blood during medical treatment or emergencies.
Blood donation awareness is an important part of community health outreach because the availability of blood can be crucial for patients in a range of medical situations. Awareness programmes can help people understand the social value of voluntary donation, address common hesitation through conversation with experienced teams and encourage eligible individuals to seek reliable information before donating.
Organisers said donors who took part were given certificates in recognition of their contribution. The programme combined this encouragement with a wider message: community participation can support health services, and informed citizens can play a role in building a stronger culture of voluntary blood donation.
Community service and public participation
Vande Bharat Samajsevi Sanstha and Lions Club Yamunanagar-Jagadhri said their objective is to take health services to people who need them and increase awareness about eye health and blood donation. By arranging screening and awareness activities at a community venue, the organisations sought to make it easier for residents to engage with basic health information.
Health awareness programmes are most useful when they encourage people to follow up on medical advice and continue looking after their health beyond the day of the camp. Organisers said the initiative would continue to focus on community service through its broader target of 1,000 medical camps. The event also highlighted the role of voluntary organisations, medical professionals and local participants in supporting public-facing health initiatives.
Former councillor Gurdial Puri, Raghubir Singh, B.S. Kalyan and other dignitaries attended the programme. Their presence, along with the participation of the medical and blood bank teams, added to the community character of the camp.
The 238th camp brought together eye examinations, free medicines for needy patients and information about voluntary blood donation under one programme. Through its ongoing campaign, the organisation aims to keep health awareness and access to basic support in focus while working towards the stated goal of 1,000 medical camps.
NEWS NOTE
The organisers have described the camp as the 238th event under their “A Step Towards Health, Target 1,000 Medical Camps” initiative. No attendance total or blood collection figure was provided in the information released about the programme.
