14/11/2025
Later in the day, we successfully hosted the National Summit on Diabetic Retinopathy, marking 2025 with a strong call for nationwide action against diabetes-related vision loss at the
India’s diabetes burden has expanded rapidly over the past decade, while clinical practices, diagnostic tools, and technologies have advanced significantly. This created a clear need to update and strengthen national guidance.
Today, we launched the updated National Guidelines on the Management of Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) — a robust, evidence-based framework designed to enhance early detection, timely intervention, and equitable access to quality eye care across India.
The Summit brought together leaders from MoHFW, NITI Aayog, premier hospitals, NGOs, and industry partners for meaningful discussions on integrating DR screening into national health strategies.
This launch marks a historic milestone for eye health in India. It reflects the collective expertise, dedication, and collaboration of a dream team of experts who worked tirelessly to revise and strengthen this manual.
Our heartfelt thanks to each one of them for contributing their knowledge, time, and commitment to improving DR care for millions across the country.