Dr. M.C. Nahata Netra Suraksha Puraskar Kalyan Samiti is dedicated to preserving the impactful legacy of Dr. M.C. Nahata — a pioneer in ophthalmology and champion of rural eye health.
Our purpose is to support community-based vision care, foster research innovation, and reward those working tirelessly to eliminate avoidable blindness across India.
To support, recognize, and inspire excellence in eye health—especially in low vision rehabilitation, rural optometry, and sustainable community outreach.
A blindness-free India, where every citizen—regardless of economic status—receives timely, quality, and inclusive eye care.
Dr. M.C. Nahata was a revolutionary ophthalmologist who performed over 2 lakh free surgeries and established eye care systems that reached India’s remotest corners.
His contributions in intraocular lens surgeries, rural eye camps, and medical education laid the groundwork for modern community ophthalmology.
🏅 Recipient of national honors, humanitarian awards, and a mentor to thousands, his life continues to inspire a movement for equitable eye care.
This annual award recognizes individuals and institutions that have made remarkable contributions to the field of ophthalmology and vision rehabilitation.
For outstanding ophthalmologists, optometrists, and public health workers.
Recognizing hospitals, NGOs, and vision centers with sustained impact.
For groundbreaking studies or technologies in vision rehabilitation, AI in eye care, etc.
Honoring lifetime dedication to the cause of community ophthalmology.
🗓️ Nominations open every March. Winners are selected by a jury of expert academicians and clinicians.
A prestigious fellowship for postgraduate optometry students that supports research in:
📚 Includes research grants, fieldwork opportunities, and expert mentorship.
Open to postgraduate students in optometry from recognized institutions in India.
Includes a research grant, mentorship support, access to rural fieldwork opportunities, and publication guidance.
6 to 12 months, depending on project scope and approval.
Through the tireless efforts of Dr. M.C. Nahata and the Samiti, we've touched lives, empowered changemakers, and created a movement in community eye care.
Explore powerful moments from eye camps, award ceremonies, and community outreach programs that reflect our mission to bring light and hope to lives.
Uplifting under-resourced communities
Fostering innovation in eye care
Honoring selfless service and medical excellence
Creating future-ready healthcare leaders
Meet the dedicated minds driving our mission to preserve sight and promote eye health across communities.
We welcome collaborations, donations, and award/fellowship nominations.
We regularly host awareness drives, mobile screening units, and academic discussions on advancing eye health. Highlights include
Stay informed about our awards, eye health initiatives, inspiring stories, and social campaigns.
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