PMC opens free dental, eye care centre at Bopodi hospital

The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) opened a free dental and eye examination and treatment centre at the Late Draupadabai Murlidhar Khedekar Hospital in Bopodi.

Deputy mayor Parshuram Wadekar inaugurated the centre, aiming to make quality healthcare accessible and reduce financial burden on patients.

The centre is run in partnership with HV Desai Eye Hospital (eye care) and DY Patil Dental College (dental care), providing free check-ups and treatment.

The initiative targets economically weaker sections and residents living in and around Bopodi.

PMC also announced plans for a free Cancer Care, Diagnostic and Support Centre at Late Baburao Shewale Hospital and modern ICU beds at Sanjay Gandhi Hospital in Bopodi.