“Surakshit Ankhein, Surakshit Deepabali” (Safe Eyes, Safe Diwali) is the name of ASG Eye Hospital Limited’s eye safety campaign for kids during the holiday season. Children under the age of fifteen who are hurt by fireworks will be treated as part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activity. This program will span more than 200 ASG Eye Hospitals and more than 15 states from November 8 to November 14, 2026.

With this campaign, celebrate the festival in a responsible and safe manner while safeguarding each child’s vision. First aid, emergency eye care, surgery if needed, and medication are all part of this initiative’s treatment. Families with children can get counsel at the closest ASG Eye Hospital by calling the helpline at 1800 1211 404.

Fireworks-related eye injuries are on the rise every Deepabali, with youngsters accounting for a significant share of these incidents. The cornea and the front portion of the eyes are the most susceptible to damage, and certain injuries can result in permanent visual impairment if they are not promptly treated by an eye specialist. Within the first several hours following injury, the eye’s healing is assessed. Over 500 youngsters received treatment at ASG centers for injuries caused by fireworks during the last Deepabali.

Five simple precautions that can be followed are:

• When lighting crackers, keep a safe distance; if at all feasible, use a long incense stick (dhupkathi) and take a quick step back.
• When bursting crackers, everyone should wear safety glasses, including adults and children.
• Cracker bursting must always be permitted under adult supervision.
• When lighting crackers, avoid bending over them, and never approach an unlit or misfired cracker.
• Rubbing the eye may force the cracker pieces deeper and worsen the damage.

What to do in case of an eye injury:

Maintain the injured child’s composure and try to keep their eye still. Avoid rubbing your eye or applying pressure to get anything out of it. Applying kajal, ointment, eye drops, or any other home remedies should be avoided. One should try to clean the eye with water splashes. Use a paper cup or a clean eye shield to gently cover the affected eye without exerting pressure. Take the youngster to the closest ASG Eye Hospital facility or an emergency eye care facility right away after calling the helpdesk at 1800 1211 404. Seeing an eye specialist as soon as possible can mean the difference between healing from an accident and permanent blindness.

Priyanka Dutta