AIIMS Jammu Announces Region’s First Advanced Eye Bank Facility
HUDCO sanctions ₹124.90 lakh under CSR initiative to boost eye care and combat corneal blindness in J&K
JAMMU, Sep 13: In a landmark move to eliminate corneal blindness, AIIMS Jammu is set to establish the region’s first state-of-the-art Eye Bank with the support of the Housing and Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO). HUDCO has sanctioned a grant of ₹124.90 lakh under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative to bring this vision to reality.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Kumar Gupta, Executive Director & CEO, AIIMS Jammu, and Dr. Deepak Bansal, Regional Chief Authority Officer, HUDCO, marking the start of a transformative collaboration in eye care.
The upcoming Eye Bank will serve as a critical facility for corneal tissue collection, processing, and distribution for transplantation, offering hope to patients suffering from corneal blindness across Jammu and adjoining regions.
Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Kumar Gupta said, “The Eye Bank is a milestone achievement for AIIMS Jammu and a lifeline for people of the region. It will empower our Department of Ophthalmology to provide advanced super-specialty services, reduce dependence on external centers, and deliver world-class care locally.”
Dr. Deepak Bansal reaffirmed HUDCO’s commitment to social responsibility, stating, “HUDCO is proud to support AIIMS Jammu in this initiative, which will have a far-reaching impact in preventing blindness and improving quality of life.”
This initiative reflects the strong partnership between AIIMS Jammu and HUDCO, and marks a significant step towards equitable healthcare in Jammu & Kashmir. With advanced infrastructure, clinical expertise, and community outreach, the Eye Bank is poised to make a lasting impact in reducing avoidable blindness and ensuring the right to sight for all.
