Eye Camp at Polgahawela Mahamevna Asapuwa
Athula Herath
Vision
Adult Vision Screening
NUGEGODA CENTRAL
Zone 1
Region 1
2026-01-24
Polgahawela Mahameunawu Asapuwa
Eye Camp at Polgahawela Mahamevna Asapuwa
Introduction:
The Lions Club of Nugegoda Central has continuously undertaken cataract surgery projects
across Sri Lanka as part of its commitment to improving community health. One such successful
initiative was organised at the Mahamevna Asapuwa in Polgahawela on the 24th of January 2026,
in collaboration with the resident Buddhist monks and the village Dayaka Sabha.
People from many nearby towns gathered for the eye screening. When we arrived at around 7.00
am, we were amazed to see the large crowd waiting patiently in a long queue. Many individuals
had arrived as early as 11.00 pm the previous night, showing their enthusiasm for this service.
This project was made possible through the generous sponsorship of a relative of one of our club
members, Lion Ajantha de Zoysa. The sponsor kindly wished to remain anonymous. Under the
guidance of our President, Lion Thushara Herath, the project was chaired by Lion Athula Herath
and coordinated by Lion Ajantha de Zoysa.
A total of 850 people received eye screenings during the program. To ensure the comfort of all
participants, breakfast and lunch were provided free of charge. The camp was conducted from
7.00 am to 7.30 pm, with dedicated service from club members and their family members who
volunteered throughout the day.
In addition to eye examinations, the project also included the distribution of 193 special glasses
and 518 reading glasses. Most importantly, 139 patients were identified as requiring cataract
surgery.
These patients were transported to Ratnapura Nethsetha Hospital in three buses for cataract
surgeries conducted on 16th, 17th, and 18th February 2026. The Lions Club ensured that the
patients were safely transported to the hospital and returned home after the procedures. Breakfast
and lunch were also provided free of charge during this process.
This project stands as another meaningful example of the Lions Club of Nugegoda Central’s
dedication to serving the community and improving vision for those in need.
Conclusion:
The Eye Camp at Polgahawela Mahamevna Asapapuwa was a highly successful community
service project that brought much-needed eye care to hundreds of people from surrounding areas.
Through the dedication of the Lions Club members, volunteers and the generous support of the
anonymous sponsor, the project was able to provide screenings, distribute spectacles and identify
patients in need of cataract surgery. The effort contributed to improving the vision and quality of
life of many individuals in the community.
The project was successfully carried out under the guidance of our President, Lion Thushara
Herath, with the leadership of Project Chairman Lion Athula Herath and the coordination of Lion
Ajantha De Zoysa. Their commitment and teamwork ensured the smooth planning of this
meaningful initiative.
Reported By:
Lion Dilini Gunasekera
Club Secretary
L/C of Nugegoda Central
850
672 hour(s)
Dilini Gunasekera
2026-04-30 06:28:21
2026-04-30 06:28:21
1, 638, 477.44 LKR
Active
Approved