Dr. Sushmitha Sriganesh Featured on News18 on Eye Donation Awareness

Bengaluru ,  January 07, 2026:
Dr. Sushmitha Sriganesh was recently featured in an article published on News18 (Online), where she shared expert insights on the cultural myths surrounding eye donation in India and the urgent need to address corneal blindness through awareness and education.

The article explores why hesitation around eye donation continues to persist despite medical advancements, and highlights the importance of informed conversations in improving eye donation rates. Dr. Sushmitha Sriganesh emphasized that dispelling misconceptions and increasing public understanding are essential steps in ensuring timely corneal transplants and preventing avoidable vision loss.

The feature reinforces the role of awareness initiatives and expert-led education in strengthening India’s eye donation ecosystem and encouraging individuals and families to make informed decisions.

 Read the full article here:
https://www.news18.com/explainers/why-indians-hesitate-to-donate-eyes-decoding-cultural-myths-to-tackle-corneal-blindness-shil-ws-l-9814159.html