Big-Hearted Sudhir Donates Shs50M To Iteso Kingdom, Crowned “Eminat” As RR Eye Camp Ends In Triumph

By Frank Kamuntu

Ugandan business magnate Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia has pledged Shs50 million to the Iteso Kingdom in a major show of philanthropy during the closing ceremony of the Rajiv Ruparelia Memorial Eye Camp at Bukedea Teaching Hospital.

The announcement came on Sunday as the three-day medical outreach drew to a close, marking the end of a highly impactful initiative that has transformed the lives of thousands across Eastern Uganda.

In recognition of his contribution and continued support to communities, the Emorimor of Teso, Paul Sande Emolot, inducted Dr. Sudhir and his wife, Jyotsna Ruparelia, into the Iteso community. Dr. Sudhir was bestowed with the name “Eminat Sudhir,” symbolizing his bond with the people of Teso.

The Rajiv Ruparelia Memorial Eye Camp, which ran from Friday, March 27 to Sunday, March 29, attracted massive crowds, with thousands turning up to receive free eye screening, treatment, and surgeries. The outreach was organised under the Ruparelia Foundation in partnership with Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among.

The final day of the camp was marked by celebration and gratitude, as leaders and community members hailed the initiative for restoring sight and hope to many who had long lacked access to specialized eye care.

In another highlight, a brand-new ambulance was handed over to the people of Bukedea to strengthen emergency health services in the area. The ambulance was jointly donated by Speaker Anita Annet Among and Kachumbala County MP-elect David Beecham Okwere.

Health officials and local leaders described the camp as a game-changer in addressing the growing demand for eye care services in the Teso sub-region.

The Rajiv Ruparelia Memorial Eye Camp, held in memory of the late Rajiv Ruparelia, has been widely praised as one of the largest free medical outreaches in the region, combining philanthropy, leadership, and community partnership to deliver life-changing healthcare services.

As the camp concludes, its impact is expected to be felt long after, with thousands leaving Bukedea with restored vision, improved health, and renewed hope.