VISION 2020 INDIA

What VISION 2020 INDIA does

VISION 2020 INDIA (legally 'VISION 2020: The Right to Sight – INDIA') is a non-profit national forum incorporated under the Tamil Nadu Societies Registration Act, 1975 on 26 May 2004, with its operational secretariat in New Delhi and a staff of approximately 12. The organization is the India country implementation node of the WHO–IAPB global initiative for the elimination of avoidable blindness, and is recognized by India's National Programme for Control of Blindness (NPCB) as the nodal body representing eye-care NGOs to government. Its core deliverables are (i) clinical and operational guidelines/manuals covering diabetic retinopathy, cataract management, primary eye care, vision centers, and low vision; (ii) member programs including peer-reviewed quality assessments, hospital-based skill enhancement, and strategic planning workshops; and (iii) nine state networks and an annual national conference drawing 500-700 attendees that coordinate eye-care delivery across 27 states/UTs.

The membership base comprises nine founding institutions (Aravind Eye Care System, LV Prasad Eye Institute, Sightsavers India, Orbis India, CBM India Trust, Dr RP Centre AIIMS, Lions Clubs International Foundation, Operation Eyesight Universal, Seva Foundation), 180+ member eye-care hospitals, 25+ industry members, and individual patrons. Governance is by a 16-member Board drawn from these constituencies.

Revenue mechanics are predominantly recurring membership subscriptions across institutional, associate, industry, and individual patron tiers, supplemented by industry partnership income; financial statements are not publicly disclosed on the organization's website. The GTM motion is community-led: recruitment through annual conferences, regional workshops, and state-network consultations, with skill-enhancement and quality-assessment programs delivered at member hospital premises. Brand ambassadors (cricket legend Krishnamachari Srikkanth, parliamentarian Hema Malini) and WHO/IAPB/NPCB affiliations anchor its advocacy and public-awareness positioning.

Name

VISION 2020 INDIA

Legal name

VISION 2020: The Right to Sight – INDIA

Website

https://vision2020india.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

VISION 2020 INDIA is a non-profit national forum and WHO–IAPB country node that develops eye-care clinical guidelines, runs quality and skill programs for 180+ member hospitals across 27 states, and coordinates nine state networks and an annual conference for India's not-for-profit eye-care sector.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Eye Care Coordination and Public Health Services

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Eye Exams & Vision Care (HLAKAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Optometry Clinics (Primary Eye Care) (HLAKAKAB)

Keywords

• Eye care coordination
• Blindness prevention
• Clinical eye care guidelines
• Ophthalmology capacity building
• Healthcare member network

Headquarters

HQ city

New Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Institutional Membership: Annual membership fees from institutional members including eye hospitals and NGOs in the not-for-profit eye care sector. Life membership options also available.
2. Associate Membership: Membership fees from government medical institutions, autonomous-private medical colleges, and state ophthalmological societies.
3. Industry Membership: Regular industry membership for ophthalmic equipment, pharmaceutical, and supplies manufacturers with voting rights. Associate industry membership for startups with turnover <= Rs. 10 crores.
4. Individual Membership: Patron/Premium membership for individuals supporting the cause, available as one-time life membership payment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

VISION 2020 INDIA operates a national forum that coordinates 180+ eye care member hospitals, NGOs, government institutions, and industry partners to eliminate avoidable blindness in India. It delivers clinical guidelines, peer-reviewed quality assessments, hospital-based skill enhancement programs, strategic planning support, and state-level coordination networks, while serving as the recognized national body for advocacy with the National Programme for Control of Blindness (NPCB). Revenue is generated primarily through annual and lifetime memberships across institutional, associate, industry, and individual categories.

Product overview

VISION 2020 INDIA is a national forum for eliminating avoidable blindness in India, operating as a collaborative platform rather than a single product company. The organization offers a portfolio of programs and resources including: Peer Reviewed Quality Assessment Program, Hospital Based Skill Enhancement Program, and Team Building and Strategic Planning Program. They publish clinical guidelines and manuals covering diabetic retinopathy, cataract management, primary eye care, vision centers, and low vision. The organization coordinates state-level networks for universal eye health across multiple Indian states and hosts annual conferences. Key programs are delivered through their secretariat in New Delhi, with activities governed by a strategic plan aligned with WHO and IAPB global initiatives.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Peer Reviewed Quality Assessment Program A quality assessment service for member hospitals that includes on-site visits, checklist-based department reviews, and tailored recommendations to support quality improvement and accreditation readiness.
• Hospital Based Skill Enhancement Program A 2–3 day clinical skill transfer program conducted at member hospitals by experienced ophthalmologists to build clinical capacity in eye care services.
• Team Building and Strategic Planning Program A two-day holistic capacity building program for member organizations that includes need assessment and tailored strategic planning recommendations.
• Guidelines on Management of Diabetic Retinopathy in India (2025) A revised national guideline providing a unified framework for diabetic retinopathy screening and management across all levels of eye care delivery in India.
• Vision Center Manual A guideline detailing infrastructure, human resources, equipment, and operational requirements for setting up and running vision centers.
• Guidelines for Implementation of Primary Eye Care A framework standardizing the components required for delivery of comprehensive primary eye care services through standalone or integrated vision centers.
• Guidelines for the Management of Cataract in India A manual covering protocols for preoperative assessment, intraoperative procedures, postoperative care, sterilization, and instrument care for cataract surgery.
• Guidelines for Comprehensive Management of Low Vision in India A guideline for setting up low vision centres, covering definition, causes, assessment, low vision devices, and rehabilitation services.
• Hospital Management Information System (HMIS) A community-based health management information system that supports early detection of eye health needs, planning, implementation, and monitoring of integrated population-based eye health services.
• State Networks for Universal Eye Health A state-level collaborative platform that brings together eye health professionals, institutions, experts, government bodies, NGOs, and networks to strengthen partnerships in promoting eye health and vision care at the regional level.
• VISION 2020 INDIA Annual Conference An annual national conference providing networking, knowledge sharing, and capacity building for 500-700 eye care professionals, hospitals, NGOs, and stakeholders.

Quantifiable outcome

• 9 State Networks established across India with core committees coordinating eye care at regional levels
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Krishnamachari SrikkanthcoreOthers · 1 March 2024Cricket Legend appointed as Goodwill Ambassador for VISION 2020 INDIA. Helps promote eye health awareness and the organization's mission to eliminate avoidable blindness in India.
• Hema MalinicoreOthers · 1 March 2024Bollywood actress and parliamentarian serves as Goodwill Ambassador, helping to raise awareness about eye health and vision care across India.
• VisionSpringminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 September 2023Co-convened Chandigarh-Punjab-Haryana State Universal Eye Health consultation with Cure Blindness Foundation India and VISION 2020 INDIA.
• Cure Blindness Foundation IndiaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2023Co-convened Chandigarh-Punjab-Haryana State Universal Eye Health consultation held on 29 September 2023 in Chandigarh with VisionSpring.
• World Health Organization (WHO)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2004VISION 2020 INDIA is a key driver of WHO's joint global initiative with IAPB for reducing avoidable visual impairment. The organization implements WHO guidelines and participates in international eye health initiatives. WHO Resolution on Elimination of Avoidable Blindness was adopted by the 56th World Health Assembly in 2003, and India is among the 183 signatory countries.
• International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2004Co-founder of the global VISION 2020 initiative alongside WHO. VISION 2020 INDIA serves as IAPB's national member for India, coordinating eye care efforts at country level and contributing to global blindness prevention goals.
• National Programme for Control of Blindness (NPCB)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2004VISION 2020 INDIA has established good coordination with NPCB. The ministry recognizes VISION 2020 INDIA as a nodal body to make representation on behalf of eye care NGOs. Collaboration includes conducting national World Sight Day, supporting national policy development, and developing resources and manuals acknowledged by NPCB.
• Aravind Eye Care System (LAICO)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2004First national secretariat was established at LAICO, Madurai. Hosted inaugural ceremony by Dr. G. Venkataswamy (Dr V). Ms. Dhivya Ramasamy serves as Executive Director and Board member. Provides institutional infrastructure and leadership for the forum.
• LV Prasad Eye InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2004Founding member and host of initial 2003 workshop. Dr Rohit C Khanna serves as Network Director and Board member. Provides expertise in eye care delivery and network development.
• Sightsavers IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2004Founding member. Mr RN Mohanty serves as CEO and Board member. Acts as member convener for multiple state networks including Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal.
• Orbis IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2004Founding member. Dr Rishi Raj Borah serves as Country Director and Board member. Supports collaborative efforts to strengthen eye care programs and advocate with healthcare policymakers.
• CBM India TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2004Founding member. Mr Sony Varghese Thomas serves as Board member. Contributed to advancement of elimination of avoidable blindness and is one of the movers of the global initiative.
• Dr. R.P. Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences, AIIMScoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2004Founding member, the apex institute of eye care in India. Prof. Radhika Tandon serves as Chief and Board member. Steering Committee met at AIIMS in April 2003 to initiate incorporation process.
• Lions Clubs International FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2004Founding member. Lion GS Hora serves as Board member. Provides global network support for blindness prevention initiatives.
• Operation Eyesight UniversalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2004Founding member. Mr Kashinath Bhoosnurmath serves as President & CEO. Supports forum's initiatives to make eye care more accessible and affordable.
• Seva FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2004Founding member. Mr Kuldeep Singh serves as Country Director - India & Asia Regional Director and Board member. Aligned approach with country's needs focusing on universal eye care access, capacity building, and evidence generation.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sightsavers International: International NGO working on avoidable blindness and inclusive eye health. Founding member of VISION 2020 INDIA and a fellow convener of multiple state networks (Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha).
• Orbis International: International eye care NGO focused on blindness prevention, training, and advocacy. Founding member of VISION 2020 INDIA and operates comparable programs in capacity building and policy advocacy globally.
• CBM International: International disability-inclusive development organization with a major focus on eye health and blindness prevention. Founding member of VISION 2020 INDIA and active across advocacy and inclusive eye health programs.
• Seva Foundation: US-based eye care NGO supporting community ophthalmology programs globally. Founding member of VISION 2020 INDIA with aligned focus on universal eye care access and evidence generation.
• Lions Clubs International Foundation: Global service organization with one of the world's largest eye-care grant programs (SightFirst). Founding member of VISION 2020 INDIA and a comparable convener of blindness-prevention funding and volunteer networks.
• Fred Hollows Foundation: International eye care NGO operating across Asia and Africa with comparable focus on cataract, trachoma, and workforce training. A natural peer for cross-learning and joint advocacy on blindness elimination.
• Operation Eyesight Universal: Canada-based international eye care NGO focused on community eye health. Founding member of VISION 2020 INDIA and a peer in hospital-based capacity building and avoidable-blindness programming.

Broad incumbents

• International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB): Global umbrella organization that co-founded the VISION 2020 initiative with WHO and serves as the international parent body to national VISION 2020 forums like VISION 2020 INDIA. Directly comparable as a coordination, advocacy, and standards body for the eye care sector.

Emerging players

• Aravind Eye Care System: India's largest non-profit eye hospital network and a founding member of VISION 2020 INDIA, where LAICO hosted the first national secretariat. Comparable as a service-delivery peer in primary, secondary, and tertiary eye care.
• L V Prasad Eye Institute: Premier Indian eye care institution and founding member of VISION 2020 INDIA. Comparable as a clinical and research peer and as host of the original VISION 2020 INDIA workshop that catalyzed the forum.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

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