Naji Ballu Can See Clearly After Cataract Surgery

Naji Ballu's Story

Naji Ballu, a 55-year-old widow from Hyderabad, Sindh, had been living with a growing darkness that slowly took away her independence. For nearly a year, she experienced dimness of vision in her left eye, making routine activities challenging. Cooking meals, moving around safely, and recognizing familiar faces became daily challenges that affected her confidence and quality of life. Concerned about her worsening vision, Naji visited a local hospital, where a doctor conducted a thorough medical examination. She was diagnosed with a cataract in her left eye. The doctor advised left phacoemulsification with intraocular lens implantation to restore her sight. However, the cost of surgery was beyond her reach.

Naji lives in a small makeshift house constructed from wooden planks. After losing her husband years ago, she has faced life’s hardships alone. Her only daughter works as a seamstress, earning around PKR 12,000 per month. This income is barely sufficient for food and basic necessities. Affording to pay for Naji’s surgery was impossible for them. During this challenging period, Naji reached out to Transparent Hands for support. After understanding her situation, we registered her case.

On July 25, 2025, Naji’s cataract surgery was performed at the Isra University Welfare Hospital in Hyderabad. Dr. Ghulam Murtaza performed the surgery using the Ultima Lens. The procedure went smoothly, and Naji was given adequate for post-operative care.

Naji shared her feelings in the following words:

“I was losing hope as darkness slowly took over my life. I could not recognize familiar faces, and every day felt frightening. After the surgery, I can see clearly again and feel independent. Your support restored my vision and confidence, and I am grateful for it.”

Today, Naji’s vision has significantly improved, allowing her to manage daily tasks independently once again. She can now move confidently, care for her home, and reconnect with her surroundings. She extends her heartfelt gratitude to you for giving her the gift of clear vision and independence.