Vivekananda Mission Asram Netra Niramay Niketan

Provides comprehensive and affordable eye care services to rural and underprivileged populations while training eye care professionals

  • FCRA
  • 80G
  • 12A
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About

  • Headquarters

    Haldia, West Bengal

  • Since

    1962

Vivekananda Mission Asram Netra Niramay Niketan (VMA NNN) is an esteemed eye care centre with hospitals in Chaitanyapur and Chandi, serving about 15 m Read moreillion people, primarily in rural areas. The centre offers a range of sub-speciality services, including cornea and eye banking, glaucoma, retinal diseases, child eye care, and low vision rehabilitation. Annually, it treats around 230,000 patients and performs over 26,000 surgeries, 60% of which are free. Patients come from various districts of West Bengal, neighbouring states, and Bangladesh, drawn by high-quality, affordable services. VMA NNN also trains ophthalmologists, optometrists, and other eye care professionals, attracting candidates from India and Bangladesh. The centre operates clinics and outreach camps throughout the year, providing free eye care to approximately 70,000 outpatients and performing about 11,000 free surgeries annually. It conducts large-scale eye health screenings in schools, serving around 150,000 children each year, and runs specialised programmes for diabetic retinopathy and retinopathy of prematurity. The organisation employs a dedicated team of 310 staff and maintains 18 vision centres, many of which are financially self-sustaining, ensuring comprehensive eye care services for the underprivileged.

Programs

  • Research Programme

    Vivekananda Mission Asram Netra Niramay Niketan (VMA NNN) engages in significant research and training efforts. It collaborates with the Indian Council of Medical Research on diabetic retinopathy and has conducted five national epidemiological surveys, including studies on childhood blindness under the National Programme for Control of Blindness. VMA NNN's research includes surveys on childhood blindness in West Bengal, evaluations of cataract surgery outcomes, and rapid blindness assessments in various Indian regions. It has also collaborated on genetic studies of albinism and projects aimed at preventing childhood blindness. Current research includes the SMART India Study, which models and assesses risks associated with type 2 diabetes complications. The organisation's extensive research portfolio reflects its commitment to advancing eye care and understanding ocular diseases.

  • Patient Care Services

    Vivekananda Mission Asram Netra Niramay Niketan (VMA NNN) is a comprehensive eye care centre providing services to prevent blindness and ensure good vision. It offers rehabilitation services and rural eye health programmes, with a multi-tier pricing system to accommodate patients from various socio-economic backgrounds. The hospital features separate facilities for free and paying patients. Outpatient services include complete clinical eye treatment, para-clinical services, optical services, and a comfortable waiting area. Patients are treated on a first-come, first-served basis, with appointments and emergency services available. Inpatient care is primarily for surgeries, which are usually day procedures, with some cases requiring overnight stays. VMA NNN strives to maintain a safe, hygienic, and comfortable environment for all patients.

Impact Metrics

  • Total Out Patients Serviced

    Program Name

    Patient Care Services

    Year-wise Metrics
    • 2015-16 294164
    • 2016-17 357942
    • 2017-18 401018
    • 2018-19 319387
    • 2019-20 290167

Leadership Team

  • Dr. Asim Kumar Sil

    Medical Director

  • Dr. Sumanta Kr. Bera

    Chief Medical Officer

  • Dr. Navonil Sau

    Senior Consultant

  • Dr. Subhra Sil

    Chief Medical Officer (VMANNN Extension)

  • Dr. Rajni Sau

    Medical Officer

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AAATV2268H

  • Registration ID

    S/5378 of 1962-1963

  • VO ID / Darpan ID

    WB/2016/0108687

  • 12A

    AAATV2268HE20219

  • 80G

    AAATV2268HF20217

  • FCRA

    147040004

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    Chaitanyapur, Purba Medinipur, Haldia, 721645

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Society