India has one ophthalmologist for every 65,000 people, reveals AIIMS Delhi survey
Published on: Nov. 6, 2025, 9:29 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
India faces a critical shortage of eye care professionals. A recent AIIMS survey highlights only one ophthalmologist for every 65,000 people. Distribution is uneven, with southern and western states faring better than northern and eastern regions. This disparity impacts the nation's goal to eliminate avoidable blindness.
