Veni Rao Foundation

We believe in building strong medical facilities in rural India, so no one has to travel far for critical care.

VRF championed this belief at the Rural India Health Project (RIHP) Hospital in Coorg, sponsoring the establishment of adult and paediatric ICUs. 

Inaugurated in February 2022 amidst the Covid-19 pandemic, these units profoundly strengthened the hospital’s ability to deliver structured intensive care. In less than 2 years, the ICUs saved the lives of 643 people, including 200 children.

The ICUs operate with a standing policy of free care for BPL cardholders, ensuring life-saving treatment remains accessible and equitable for the region’s most vulnerable communities.

A huge thank you to Dr. Rajeev Pappuru and L V Prasad Eye Institute () for partnering with us on such a meaningful initiative. We are grateful to witness the impact and change.

With their support, our shared commitment to promoting eye health and preventing blindness is delivering quality eye care to thousands each year. 

Together, we continue working towards accessible and equitable eye care for all. 💞