Chemplast Sanmar organised a free eye camp on 11 September 2009 from 10.30 am to 5.00 pm for the first time at Karaikal.
A team of 3 doctors and 15 support staff from Aravind Eye Hospitals, Pondicherry, screened a total of 290 persons. While 35 persons were diagnosed with refractive error, 12 persons were given reference for further line of management.
The camp was conducted at the Occupational Health Centre inside the Chemplast Sanmar premises.