Sankara Nethralaya USA Chicago chapter raises over $50,000 to expand ophthalmology services in India
By Dr. Avi Verma, IndoUS Tribune
The inauguration ceremony, organized by Trustee Pavan Naramreddy and Vice President Dr. Himachandra Chebrolu, highlighted Sankara Nethralaya’s extensive work in providing high-quality ophthalmology services to underserved populations in India. The event also served as a platform to showcase the impact of the foundation’s eye hospitals and mobile eye camps, which offer essential services in rural areas across the country.
Cultural performances were a major highlight of the evening, with dance competitions held in both junior and senior categories. AR Entertainments coordinated the event, with Guru Srimati Meena Thota Garu and Mr. Kiran, associate of renowned Cine Dance Director Sekhar Master, serving as judges. Shirlaj Dance Academy took first place in the junior category, while Mudra Dance Academy claimed second. In the senior category, Motion & Waves Upasana team won first, with Tulsi Vemula’s Flygirls team in second. The event’s success in showcasing local talent was largely due to the exceptional management of Malathi Damaraju.
Throughout the evening, guests enjoyed musical performances by a variety of celebrated artists, including playback singers Mallikarjun, Anjana Soumya, Surya Karthik, and Dr. Yashaswini. Local talents Praveen Jaligama and Mani Tellapragada also captivated the audience, with Mallikarjun’s energetic performance particularly drawing praise.
Sankara Nethralaya USA expressed profound gratitude to its dedicated team of volunteers and supporters, whose hard work ensured the event’s success. The committee members included Pavan Naramreddy & Shalini Shamirpet, Himachandra Chebrolu & Ajaybindu Sabbineni, Vani & Mohan Paruchuri, Srivalli & Ramprasad Kunapareddy, and many others who played vital roles in organizing the event.
The event’s fundraising success underscores the community’s commitment to supporting Sankara Nethralaya’s mission of eradicating blindness in India, and the organization looks forward to continuing its work with the help of the generous donations raised.
For more information on Sankara Nethralaya USA and its ongoing efforts, visit https://www.sankaranethralayausa.org/
