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REC extends CSR assistance of ₹11.55 cr to Sankara Eye Hospital in Bihar

By IndianMandarins- 06 May 2026
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New Delhi (06.05.2026): REC Limited, a Maharatna CPSE under the Ministry of Power, marked a significant milestone in healthcare accessibility with the inauguration of the Sankara Eye Hospital in Saharsa, Bihar. Funded through a ₹11.55 crore CSR grant under the flagship initiative “Bringing Vision to Bihar,” the facility was opened to the public in a high-profile ceremony.
The hospital was inaugurated by Giriraj Singh, Union Minister, alongside TSC Bosh, Director (Projects), REC Limited, and other senior government dignitaries.
A Roadmap for Vision Restoration
The new facility is set to transform the ophthalmic landscape of Northern Bihar. Over the next five years, the project is structured to deliver:
  • 1.5 Lakh Outpatient Consultations: Providing comprehensive screenings and specialized eye care.
  • 40,000 Cataract Surgeries: Focusing on the eradication of preventable blindness through advanced surgical intervention.
  • Inclusive Healthcare: A dedicated mandate to provide free and subsidized services to underserved and economically marginalized communities.
  • Utilization of the ₹11.55 Crore CSR Grant.
REC Limited’s financial support has equipped the hospital with modern medical infrastructure, including:
  • Advanced Ophthalmic Technology: Cutting-edge diagnostic and surgical equipment.
  • Rural Outreach Fleet: Specialized vehicles to conduct eye-screening camps in remote villages.
  • Operational Infrastructure: Fully equipped patient wards and sterile operation theatres.

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