A pioneer in ophthalmic surgery, he introduced refractive keratoplasty with the Cryolathe and was the first to start cryoextraction in India in the 1960s.
What began as a small clinic gradually expanded into over 135 branches across 11 countries, primarily in India and Africa.
Innovating no-anesthesia cataract surgery, the glued intraocular lens (IOL) technique, and other advanced ophthalmic procedures.
Philanthropy and Social Initiatives Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Agarwal was deeply committed to eradicating preventable blindness in India.
The ERC conducted over 60 eye camps per month, performing approximately 1,000 cataract surgeries for low-income individuals.
During his tenure, he advocated for custom duty exemptions on ophthalmic instruments, making advanced eye care technologies more accessible to doctors across India.
Dr. Agarwal received numerous national and international accolades for his contributions to ophthalmology, including: Padma Bhushan (2006) – Awarded by A. P. J. Abdul Kalam for his outstanding service in the field of medicine.
Today, the institution remains a leading provider of advanced eye care in India and internationally.