Siliguri Greater Lions Eye Hospitals

Promotes affordable eye care in eastern India, aiming to become a leading Center of Excellence, offering specialized services and training while ensuring accessibility for all

  • Bronze Certified 2023
  • FCRA
  • 80G
  • 12A
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Financials

  • 2020

    Total Income
    Rs.180,854,674
    Total Expenses
    Rs.192,425,538
    Non Program Expenses
    Rs.31,128,666
    Program Expenses
    Rs.161,296,872
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  • 2021

    Total Income
    Rs.154,161,759
    Total Expenses
    Rs.126,540,983
    Non Program Expenses
    Rs.23,298,444
    Program Expenses
    Rs.103,242,539
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  • 2022

    Total Income
    Rs.184,780,700
    Total Expenses
    Rs.181,134,970
    Non Program Expenses
    Rs.30,544,478
    Program Expenses
    Rs.150,590,492
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  • 2023

    Total Income
    Rs.265,365,830
    Total Expenses
    Rs.249,991,704
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Geographies Served

Programs

  • Primary Eye Care Centres

    District

    Darjeeling

    States

    West Bengal

    In facilitating accessible and affordable eye care, Vision Centres are pivotal for early interception and primary consultation. Serving as contact centres, it engages stakeholders, community agents, local groups, and duty bearers to proactively intercept individuals and guide them toward early eye care. SGLEH currently operates 18 Vision Centres across a 400 km region, strategically placed for early patient intervention. These centres also serve as referral stations, directing patients to the hospital for specialized eye care at subsidized rates. The Outreach programme focuses on women's health, employing door-to-door sensitization and workshops to empower women to seek eye care independently, fostering a healthier family environment.

  • Community Outreach

    District

    Darjeeling

    States

    West Bengal

    Siliguri Greater Lions Eye Hospital (SGLEH) conducts regular Eye Screening camps targeting the underprivileged to eradicate avoidable blindness in North Bengal. In addition to general eye screening, specialized camps focus on Diabetic Retinopathy (DR), School screening, and specific occupational groups like Tea Garden and hazardous environment workers. Collaborating with local NGOs and clubs, these camps cover city, suburban, and rural areas. Surgeries, especially for cataracts, are performed at the base hospital either free of cost or at subsidized rates. SGLEH also emphasizes pediatric screening through teachers and ICDS workers, aiming to detect and address eye problems in children early. Tele-Ophthalmology, a unique initiative, aids in remote retinal problem diagnosis and recommendations.

  • Children's Eye Screening Programme

    District

    Darjeeling

    States

    West Bengal

    SGLEH focuses on children's eye care with a dedicated centre, the sole facility of its kind in North Bengal. The child-friendly environment ensures a playful atmosphere during treatment, alleviating fears. Optometry Interns observe and learn from Senior Optometrists on the job, enhancing their understanding and empathy. A vital aspect is creating awareness among parents about early diagnosis and treatment. In 2018-19, over 9000 children received comprehensive screening and necessary interventions. The hospital introduced a Child Safeguarding Policy to prioritize safety and care for children and handlers within the premises.

  • Eye Care Services

    District

    Darjeeling

    States

    West Bengal

    Services at SGLEH include comprehensive cataract consultation and surgeries, addressing a leading cause of bilateral blindness in India. Trained specialists, equipped with world-class infrastructure, offer painless and stitch-less cataract surgery with high-quality lenses at an affordable range. The hospital also boasts the first dedicated Child-friendly Paediatric Eye Care Centre in North Bengal, supported by ORBIS International. Additionally, SGLEH focuses on preventing and controlling Diabetic Retinopathy through a long-term intervention, collaborating with the World Diabetes Foundation. The Vitreo-retina department, established in 2009, provides advanced treatments for various retinal disorders, ensuring accessible eye care solutions.

  • Optical Shop

    District

    Darjeeling

    States

    West Bengal

    At SGLEH, the comprehensive Optical Shop within the hospital premises serves as a one-stop solution for all eye health needs. Offering the best quality eye lenses and spectacles at minimal rates ensures accessibility for everyone. The optical shop features a diverse range of eyeglasses and lenses, catering to various needs and standards. From budget-friendly options to high-end glasses, a variety of choices are available to suit preferences under the 360-degree umbrella of eye care services.

Impact Metrics

  • No. of Cataract Surgeries Conducted

    Program Name

    Eye Care Services

    Year-wise Metrics
    • 2017-18 10207
    • 2018-19 12717
    • 2019-20 15646
  • No. of Children Diagnosed With Congenital & Development Cataract

    Program Name

    Eye Care Services

    Year-wise Metrics
    • 2017-18 57
    • 2018-19 246
    • 2019-20 117
  • No. of Retina Surgeries Conducted

    Program Name

    Eye Care Services

    Year-wise Metrics
    • 2017-18 155
    • 2018-19 363
    • 2019-20 374

Leadership Team

  • Deep Bhattacharya

    Manager - Hospital Communications

  • Dr. Rajesh Saini

    Chief Executive Officer

  • Pradipta De

    Senior Executive Finance

  • Subhasree Kundu

    Manager - Operations

  • Khusbu Sha

    Manager - HR

Demographics & Structure

  • Organisation Strength

    None

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AAATG2117J

  • Registration Number

    107/Book - IV/

  • CSR Form 1

    Not Available

  • 80G

    AAATG2117JF20214

  • 12A

    AAATG2117JE20214

  • FCRA

    146980041

About

  • Headquarters

    Siliguri, West Bengal

  • Since

    1981

Impact

For the past 35 years, SGLEH has helped protect the eyesight of lakhs of people, reaching more than 250,000 individuals every year through its hospital, vision centers, outreach activities, and training programs.

Vision and Mission

SGLEH's vision is to be a Centre of Excellence to provide quality eye care services for all, while its mission is to provide excellent, affordable eye care services through dedicated teamwork and make it accessible to all in the Eastern part of India.

Political & Religious Declarations

  • Political Affiliation

  • Religious Affiliation

Location

  • Headquarters

    2nd Mile, Sevoke Road, Behind Vishal Cinema Hall, Siliguri, West Bengal

    Directions
  • Offices in Cities

Other Details

  • Type

    Non-profit

  • Sub Type

    Trust

Technology Adoption

  • SOC 2 Compliant

    No

  • Financial Management

  • Beneficiary Management