On 27 September 2026, Satkriti Hospital in Lanka, Varanasi, is opening its doors for a full-day free health camp covering ENT consultations, cochlear implant awareness, hearing assessments, and blood sugar screening. No registration form, no consultation charge, no prior appointment. Residents from across Varanasi and the broader Purvanchal region are welcome to walk in.<\/p>\n
The date is deliberate. September 27 falls on World Deaf Day, the closing day of World Deaf Awareness Week, observed globally in the last week of September. For a hospital that has spent over a decade working with children who have severe hearing loss, a day like this is both timely and meaningful. The camp is Satkriti Hospital’s way of bringing specialist access to people who might not otherwise know where to start.<\/p>\n
This is a multi-service camp, not a single-speciality check. The following services will be available free of charge throughout the day:<\/p>\n
ENT consultations: Patients with ear infections, ear pain, blocked ears, recurring sinus problems, nasal congestion, deviated septum, sore throat, tonsil issues, hoarseness, or any ear, nose and throat complaint can consult with the ENT team directly. No referral is needed.<\/p>\n
Hearing screening: Basic hearing assessments will be available for children and adults who have noticed reduced hearing, frequent misunderstanding of speech, or who have been told by a teacher or family member that something seems off. Parents bringing young children for a hearing check are especially encouraged.<\/p>\n
Cochlear implant awareness consultations: Families who have been told their child may need a cochlear implant, or who want to understand whether their child is a candidate, can speak with the team. The camp will cover what the procedure involves, who it helps, what the rehabilitation pathway looks like, and how government schemes such as the ADIP programme and Ayushman Bharat PMJAY<\/a> can reduce or eliminate out-of-pocket cost.<\/p>\n Blood sugar and diabetes screening: A free diabetes screening station will run alongside the ENT camp. Participants can get a fasting or random blood glucose reading, discuss results with a clinical team member, and understand what follow-up looks like if levels are elevated.<\/p>\n The camp will run at Satkriti Hospital, Near Sankat Mochan Mandir, Lanka, Varanasi 221005. The hospital is centrally located and accessible by auto, tempo, and city bus from most parts of Varanasi.<\/p>\n The camp is open to everyone, but the following groups will benefit most from attending.<\/p>\n Children not responding normally to sound. If a child at home does not turn when called by name, does not flinch at loud sounds, speaks louder than normal, or has been flagged by a school teacher, a hearing assessment at this camp is a useful first step. Early detection of hearing loss in children significantly improves outcomes. Cochlear implant results are strongest when intervention happens before the age of three.<\/p>\n Adults with gradual hearing loss. Hearing loss in adults often develops quietly. People withdraw from conversation, increase the volume on phones and televisions, or find themselves asking others to repeat themselves. These are signs worth investigating, not adjusting to.<\/p>\n Patients with longstanding ear, nose or throat problems. Chronic sinusitis, recurring throat infections, ear discharge that comes and goes, or a nasal blockage that has been present for months are all conditions where a specialist consultation can make a clear difference in quality of life.<\/p>\n Families living with unmanaged diabetes. Blood sugar that is poorly controlled over time affects the kidneys, eyes, nerves, and circulation. Many patients in Varanasi and surrounding districts have never had a proper blood sugar check. This camp offers a starting point.<\/p>\n Families interested in the ADIP cochlear implant scheme. Under the ADIP programme, children between 0 and 5 years from economically weaker sections can receive a cochlear implant at no cost, with the surgery and device covered by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. Families who want to know whether they qualify can get that information at the camp without any commitment.<\/p>\n What is World Deaf Awareness Week? It is an annual observance held during the last week of September, culminating on World Deaf Day, which falls on 27 September 2026. The week was established by the World Federation of the Deaf to draw attention to the rights, access, and healthcare needs of the deaf and hard of hearing community globally.<\/p>\n In India, the numbers are significant. According to the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Deafness (NPCD), approximately 63 million people in India live with significant hearing loss. A large share of this population is in non-metro cities and semi-urban regions, where early diagnosis is rare and specialist access is limited.<\/p>\n Varanasi and the surrounding Purvanchal belt see a steady stream of patients who have been managing hearing loss with inadequate hearing aids for years, or who discovered their child’s hearing problem late because no structured screening exists in their area. World Deaf Awareness Week is an appropriate time to draw attention to the gaps in early detection and to offer a practical, no-barrier route in.<\/p>\n Satkriti Hospital has been working in this space since it was founded in 2012 by Dr. Manoj Kumar Gupta. The hospital’s cochlear implant programme, combined with its partnerships under the ADIP scheme and Ayushman Bharat, has helped hearing-impaired children from districts across eastern Uttar Pradesh access surgery and rehabilitation that would otherwise require travel to Delhi or Lucknow.<\/p>\n What is a cochlear implant? A cochlear implant is a small electronic device surgically placed under the skin behind the ear. It bypasses the damaged part of the inner ear and directly stimulates the hearing nerve with electrical signals. Unlike a hearing aid, which simply amplifies sound, a cochlear implant works even when the inner ear’s hair cells are too damaged to function.<\/p>\n The camp will not conduct implant surgeries. What it will do is give families clear, medically accurate information about whether their child or family member is a candidate, what the surgical process involves, how post-operative rehabilitation works, and which government schemes apply to their situation.<\/p>\n The cochlear implant team at Satkriti Hospital handles the full pathway in-house, from initial hearing loss evaluation<\/a> and audiological testing through BERA, to surgery, device activation, mapping sessions, and auditory verbal rehabilitation. Families who begin the process after this camp will not need to travel to another city for any stage of the journey.<\/p>\n More on the process is available at the hospital’s cochlear implant page<\/a> and in the complete cochlear implant guide.<\/p>\n Satkriti Hospital also runs a diabetes care programme<\/a> alongside its ENT services. The link between diabetes and ENT health is well documented. Uncontrolled blood sugar increases the risk of ear infections, affects wound healing in post-surgical patients, and contributes to certain types of hearing impairment over time.<\/p>\n At the camp, visitors can get a blood glucose reading, discuss results with a healthcare team member, and understand what the numbers mean. For patients already managing diabetes who want a second opinion on their current plan, or for people who have never been checked, this is a zero-cost entry point.<\/p>\n If a screening result suggests elevated blood sugar or pre-diabetes, the hospital team will explain what follow-up looks like and how to book a proper consultation for a comprehensive diabetes management plan.<\/p>\n The camp is walk-in. There is no registration, no booking fee, and no minimum requirement to access any of the services offered.<\/p>\n Date: 27 September 2026 (Sunday)<\/p>\n Location: Satkriti Hospital, Near Sankat Mochan Mandir, Lanka, Varanasi 221005, Uttar Pradesh<\/p>\n Contact: +91 87658 48001<\/p>\n Bring any relevant medical records if available, including past audiograms, hearing aid prescriptions, blood sugar reports, or discharge summaries. These help the clinical team give more specific guidance in a shorter time. For families bringing a child for a cochlear implant consultation, bringing the child’s BERA report and current hearing aid settings, if they have them, is particularly useful.<\/p>\n For general questions in advance, call the hospital between 10 AM and 7 PM on any day before the camp. You can also book a regular appointment<\/a> if you prefer a consultation outside the camp day.<\/p>\n What is the free ENT camp at Satkriti Hospital on 27 September 2026?<\/p>\n It is a walk-in health camp at Satkriti Hospital in Lanka, Varanasi, offering free ENT consultations, hearing assessments, cochlear implant awareness sessions, and blood sugar screenings. The camp runs on World Deaf Day to mark World Deaf Awareness Week.<\/p>\n Is there a registration process or fee to attend the camp?<\/p>\n No. The camp is entirely free of charge and open to all. No prior registration is needed. Patients can walk in directly on 27 September 2026.<\/p>\n Who can attend the cochlear implant awareness session at the camp?<\/p>\n Any family with a child who has severe to profound hearing loss, or an adult who has experienced significant hearing loss after learning to speak, can attend. The session covers candidacy criteria, the implant process, rehabilitation, and available government support.<\/p>\n Can I get a cochlear implant surgery done on the camp day?<\/p>\n No. The camp includes awareness consultations and assessments, not surgical procedures. Families who wish to proceed with surgery can book a formal evaluation appointment at Satkriti Hospital following the camp.<\/p>\n What documents should I bring to the diabetes screening?<\/p>\n No documents are mandatory. If you have recent blood sugar reports, bring them so the team can track any change over time. For a camp-day screening, only your physical presence is needed.<\/p>\n Is the ADIP cochlear implant scheme for poor families available through Satkriti Hospital?<\/p>\n Yes. Satkriti Hospital works with the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment under the ADIP scheme, which provides cochlear implants at no cost to hearing-impaired children between 0 and 5 years from economically weaker sections. Camp staff will explain eligibility and next steps.<\/p>\n Does Satkriti Hospital offer ENT treatment under Ayushman Bharat?<\/p>\n Yes. The hospital is empanelled under Ayushman Bharat PMJAY<\/a> for ENT services and offers cashless treatment<\/a> through listed insurance partners. Beneficiaries should bring their Ayushman card to the camp.<\/p>\n If you or someone in your family has been putting off an ENT check, a hearing test, or a blood sugar reading, 27 September is a straightforward opportunity to get that done without cost, without an appointment, and without travel to another city.<\/p>\n Satkriti Hospital’s ENT team, led by Dr. Manoj Kumar Gupta, Dr. Abhineet Jain, and Dr. Ankit Ojha, will be present at the camp. The hospital’s full range of ENT services<\/a> remains available for follow-up consultations after the camp for anyone who needs further evaluation or treatment.<\/p>\nWho This Camp Is For<\/h2>\n
Why 27 September \u2014 World Deaf Awareness Week<\/h2>\n
Cochlear Implant Consultations at the Camp<\/h2>\n
Free Diabetes Screening at the Camp<\/h2>\n
How to Attend<\/h2>\n
Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n
Visit Satkriti Hospital on 27 September 2026<\/h2>\n