Summary:
Bhubaneswar, January 19, 2020: MyCyclothon – 'Better health, better sight', is an initiative by L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI), Bhubaneswar to raise awareness about Myopia (shortsightedness/near-sightedness) and to raise funds for providing free spectacles to underprivileged children and help to make a difference among 10,000 lives. MyCyclothon Brand Ambassador and cycling enthusiast Actor Politician Sidhant Mohapatra, initiated the first ride of the day along with the other professionals. The event was followed by an Award Ceremony which was graced by Dr.
Sudhansu Sarangi, Commissioner of Police Bhubaneswar. 'Myopia is becoming more common across the world and 5 out of 10 individuals are likely to have myopia by the year 2050. Through MyCyclothon, we want to raise awareness about this alarming eye health problem in children..