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As per reports, glaucoma has emerged as a major public health challenge in India, currently affecting over 12 million people, most of whom remain undiagnosed. By 2030, this number is projected to rise by 20-25 per cent, reaching 15-16 million cases. Besides glaucoma, the other major eye healthcare conditions that are prevalent in the country include diabetic retinopathy, corneal blindness, cataract, age-related macular degeneration, and much more.

To address this growing burden, experts are of the opinion that India needs a national registry of common eye diseases, which can function as an integrated, outcome-oriented, equity-sensitive, and actionable eye health information system, similar to those...