India Vision Institute

India Vision Institute India Vision Institute (IVI) is a not-for-profit nongovernmental organization (NGO) with the vision to Augment Primary Eye Care Capacity of India.

This we do by providing
access to primary eye care for underprivileged and rural Indians and through advancing the optometry sector, awareness generation, capacity building, advocacy, and leadership development. Our Eye See & I Work and Eye See & I Learn campaigns reach constituencies where services are lacking and most required – notably adults and children. IVI has undertaken over 2000 vision screening programs in states across India. Over 700,000 individuals from the underprivileged communities (including 400,000 children) have been screened and free spectacles distributed to over 200,000 individuals. Optometrists are in the frontline of vision care services delivery. IVI works to upgrade their skills and build capacity as well as equip them to cope with challenges in their careers. We organise online advocacy, talks, panel discussions, education, skill enhancement, and leadership development programs. Our collaboration with over 45 institutes for programs has covered 20 states and three union territories. Our Strategy
IVI’s Strategic Programs and focus over the next five years will be to:
1. Address the human resource needs of the Primary Eye Care Sector
2. Provide continuing education and support research for the upgradation of
Optometry
3. Ensure equity in access and availability of vision care services and
spectacles for every Indian
4. Advocate for good eye health practices to help prevent avoidable blindness
5. Be a Thought Leader for the eye care sector
6. Assist sustainable development of the Indian ophthalmic industry to provide
good vision care
7. Focus on Uncorrected Refractive Error as a vital part of achieving the
broader goal of Universal Eye Health by 2050
8. Support sustainable development goals to build a healthier world for the
entire population and the environment by 2030.

We are pleased to invite you to VARS 2026 - 6th Vision and Road Safety Conference, a strategic convening of leaders acro...
23/02/2026

We are pleased to invite you to VARS 2026 - 6th Vision and Road Safety Conference, a strategic convening of leaders across eye health, road safety, public policy, corporate sector, and development partners.

VARS (Vision and Road Safety Conference) serves as a national platform to examine the critical link between vision correction and road safety outcomes. With uncorrected refractive error being a silent but significant risk factor, this forum will focus on data-driven insights, cross-sector collaboration, and scalable interventions that can influence policy and on-ground implementation.

📅 Tuesday, 24th March 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
📍 Yashwantrao Chavan Centre, Nariman Point, Mumbai

Hosted by India Vision Institute, Mission for Vision, Sightsavers India, and VisionSpring Foundation.

Your presence and perspective would add immense value to the dialogue.

Registration details will follow shortly.

Mission for Vision - MFV Sightsavers India VisionSpring

Mark your calendars! An exciting opportunity for students to connect, learn, and grow into career-ready optometrists.Sta...
20/02/2026

Mark your calendars!
An exciting opportunity for students to connect, learn, and grow into career-ready optometrists.

Stay tuned for more updates — you won’t want to miss this!
GD Goenka University

Kickstart your career in optometry with a hands-on internship designed to build clinical skills, community exposure, and...
18/02/2026

Kickstart your career in optometry with a hands-on internship designed to build clinical skills, community exposure, and professional confidence.
Apply now and take the first step toward becoming a socially responsible optometry professional.
Apply now: https://forms.gle/NKgJB3t2nSFxU7K47


This Road Safety Month, IVI and Crashfree India reinforced safer-road behaviour through student outreach and community e...
07/02/2026

This Road Safety Month, IVI and Crashfree India reinforced safer-road behaviour through student outreach and community engagement, while strengthening primary eye care support for commercial drivers. Alongside vision screenings and referrals, we conducted a defensive driving training program to sharpen hazard perception and risk-aware decision-making on the road.

Clear vision is road safety

World Council of Optometry VISION 2020/IAPB


Deadline Extended!The submission deadline for the Reels competition has been extended. Use this extra time to fine-tune ...
02/02/2026

Deadline Extended!
The submission deadline for the Reels competition has been extended. Use this extra time to fine-tune your reel and submit it before the new deadline. Don’t miss out!

Scan the QR code to read the guidelines and register.
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A small eye check. Big difference.Launched today in Varanasi: a vision screening campaign for schoolchildren and adults,...
30/01/2026

A small eye check. Big difference.

Launched today in Varanasi: a vision screening campaign for schoolchildren and adults, so more people can learn, work and live with clearer sight.

Thank you to CreditAccess Grameen and CreditAccess India Foundation for the support.

VISION 2020/IAPB World Council of Optometry

Lights. Camera. Safety!Show your creativity and make roads safer.Participate in our Road Safety Reel Competition and let...
28/01/2026

Lights. Camera. Safety!
Show your creativity and make roads safer.
Participate in our Road Safety Reel Competition and let your message save lives.
Scan the QR code to register and read the guidelines.
Because one reel can make a real difference.

25/01/2026

India Vision Institute has built a strong partnership with Sightsavers India and continues to work closely together. Ove...
21/01/2026

India Vision Institute has built a strong partnership with Sightsavers India and continues to work closely together. Over the past five years, tens of thousands of truckers and community members have benefited from the gift of clearer vision. Look forward to expanding this partnership in the years ahead. Thank you, Sightsavers India.

900+ delegates from 69 countries at the recently held GOPHA Forum, cohosted by IVI, one clear message: greater integrati...
20/01/2026

900+ delegates from 69 countries at the recently held GOPHA Forum, cohosted by IVI, one clear message: greater integration of optometry into public health systems means better essential eye care to marginalised and rural communities.

World Council of Optometry VISION 2020/IAPB

Vinod Daniel Kumudha Thirunavukkarasu

India Vision Institute, with Bourbon Offshore, organised a special vision screening and distributed recycled spectacles ...
17/01/2026

India Vision Institute, with Bourbon Offshore, organised a special vision screening and distributed recycled spectacles for those in need at Palavakkam Beach, Chennai on 16–17 January 2026.

Made from recycled fishing nets, these reading glasses turned waste into something useful, reducing plastic pollution and improving access to eye care for underserved communities: 241 people benefited, with 168 readers distributed.

Sustainable choices, clearer vision.

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Plot No: 212, New No. 45, Palkalai Nagar, 7th Link Road, Palavakkam
Chennai
600041

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

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+914424515353

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