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AMU Organises Eye Donation Awareness Programme at Atrauli Inter College

The event also featured a poster exhibition intended to educate attendees on the significance of ocular donation.

Eye Donation Awareness Programme: As part of the celebration of the National Eye Donation Fortnight, ophthalmologists from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) interacted with Atrauli Inter College students.

Dr. Sameen Mirza, a member of the medical staff, educated the audience on the significance of eye donation. He emphasised that only the cornea, the transparent front portion of the eye (commonly referred to as ‘Putli’), is transplanted during the procedure, and that this noble act does not modify the appearance of the deceased.

Professor A.K. Amitava, chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology at JN Medical College, AMU, delivered an edifying address in which he urged both students and faculty to become eye donation movement ambassadors.

Dr. M. Saquib, the Assistant Eye Bank Incharge, clarified the reasons for the low rate of eye donations and emphasised that eyes can be donated up to six hours after death, eradicating myths about the donation window.

Department of Ophthalmology AMU Organises National Eye Donation Fortnight

AMU Organises Eye Donation Awareness Programme

Dr. Zia Siddiqui, in command of the Eye Bank at J.N. Medical College and Hospital (JNMCH), thanked all the participants for joining this noble mission and raising awareness about eye donation.

MBBS students led by Hansika Saxena and Ahmad, performed a compelling skit. They demonstrated how donating one’s eyes can have a profound impact on the lives of others.

The event also featured a poster exhibition intended to educate attendees on the significance of ocular donation.

P. K. Shrouti, principal of Inter College, played a crucial role in the organisation of this significant event. Mr. Saleem, along with Drs. Mehboob and Razi, substantially contributed to the success of the event.

As part of National Eye Donation Fortnight, the Department of Fine Arts and the Department of Ophthalmology organised a Poster Design Competition.

Professor A. K. Amitava, Chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology, and Dr. Talat Shakeel, Chairman of the Department of Fine Arts, organised the event.

In collaboration with the College Society, Examination Hall JN Medical College also hosts a Poster Design Competition for medical students.

Sweta Bharti

Sweta Bharti is pursuing bachelor's in medicine. She is keen on writing on the trending topics.

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