Jammu, June 26 -- Dr. Mahipal Singh Sachdev, Chairman & Medical Director, Centre For Sight Group of Eye Hospitals

Cataract awareness Month - June 2025

Cataract remains one of the leading causes of blindness globally, yet it is among the most treatable eye conditions when detected early. In India, the burden of cataract-related vision loss is especially high due to limited awareness, delayed diagnosis, and socioeconomic barriers. As a nation that houses one-sixth of the world's population, it is vital that we prioritize eye health and increase public education around cataracts-especially as the elderly population continues to grow.

A cataract is the clouding of the eye's natural lens, leading to blurry vision, sensitivity to light, diff...