Wi-fi for Eye Care in Rural Tamil Nadu
Wi-fi for Eye Care in Rural Tamil Nadu

[This article was published in the November 2007 issue of the eGov Magazine (http://www.egovonline.net) ]

With an estimated 15 million visually challenged people, India is home to the largest blind population in the world. The main causes are cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma. Thanks to the new technology used at Aravind Eye Hospital, Theni – thousands of villagers are now able to receive timely eye care.

Key to Accessibility
Key to Accessibility

[This article was published in the September 2007 issue of the eGov Magazine (http://www.egovonline.net) ]

As part of the World Ahead Programme, Intel is enabling people in developing communities experience the benefits of the internet by increasing the availability of high speed wireless internet connectivity.

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