Siliguri Greater Lions Eye Hospital Achieves Landmark 33,400+ Surgeries in FY 2024-25

Siliguri, [1st April 2025] – Siliguri Greater Lions Eye Hospital (SGLEH) proudly announces the successful completion of over 33,400 + eye surgeries in the financial year 2024–25. This milestone underscores the hospital’s commitment to restoring vision and transforming lives, further solidifying its reputation as a  Largest leading quality  eye care provider in the region.

Chairman Lion Suresh Sinhal shared his thoughts on this achievement:"We are delighted to have reached our goal of performing 33,400+ surgeries this year. This milestone is a testament to our dedication to excellence in eye care. With specialized departments in Cataract, Glaucoma, Retina, Cornea, Oculoplasty, and Pediatric Ophthalmology, we remain steadfast in our mission to serve even more people in the coming years, ensuring that quality vision care is accessible to all."

For the past 43 years, SGLEH has grown from humble beginnings into a beacon of hope for the visually impaired across Eastern India. With support from international charities, government departments, local NGOs, and Lions members, the hospital continues to expand its services and outreach.

SGLEH CEO Dr. Rajesh Saini emphasized the hospital’s strategic importance:"Located in Siliguri, a crucial transit hub bordering Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, and Nepal, SGLEH serves a diverse patient base. Our hospital is a trusted healthcare destination, not only for residents of North Bengal but also for those from neighboring states like Sikkim, Bihar, Assam, and Jharkhand. Our geographic advantage allows us to provide life-changing eye care to millions."

SGLEH remains dedicated to its mission, serving over 4 lakh patients annually through a network of three hospitals and 60 primary eye care centers. The hospital’s state-of-the-art Modular Ophthalmic Operation Theater ensures that even the most remote communities have access to world-class eye care.

With expertise across Cataract, Glaucoma, Retina, Cornea, Oculoplasty, and Pediatric Ophthalmology, SGLEH is powered by a dedicated team of 20+ eye specialists and 200+ optometrists. Their relentless commitment ensures the highest standards of eye care, transforming lives through vision restoration and treatment.

SGLEH is also proud to be NABH Certified, the highest national recognition for quality in patient care and safety. This certification underscores the hospital’s dedication to maintaining the highest standards in healthcare delivery. 

In its pursuit of continuous improvement, SGLEH has introduced state-of-the-art diagnostic technologies, including Pentacam, OCT Angiography, and IOL Master 700, enhancing precision in eye care. Additionally, the hospital has expanded its Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) services in collaboration with the Government of West Bengal, extending care to newborns across Darjeeling, Cooch Behar, Jalpaiguri, and Kalimpong districts.

With a mission to safeguard vision at every stage of life—from neonates to centenarians—SGLEH remains dedicated to providing world-class eye care to the community. Beyond its services, SGLEH has established itself as a centre of excellence in education and training in eye care faculties. As the biggest ophthalmic training centre in North Bengal and Sikkim, the hospital provides a platform for young talents to grow and excel. It plays a critical role in catering to the eye care training needs of North Bengal and India’s North-East, ensuring a pipeline of skilled professionals dedicated to improving community eye health.

As SGLEH celebrates this remarkable achievement, it remains focused on expanding its services, enhancing outreach, and setting new benchmarks in eye care. With a vision to eliminate preventable blindness, the hospital looks forward to serving even more patients in the coming years.