Bengaluru's heritage eyewear brand, as seen in. Being pioneer opticians in Karnataka, consistently growing and innovating, S.R. Gopal Rao Opticians & Optometrists has been extensively covered in the news.
Featured In The Media
"Our gratitude for this extends to the continuous support of our customers and partners who have made SRGR the story it is."
Being pioneer opticians in Karnataka, consistently growing and innovating, S.R. Gopal Rao Opticians & Optometrists has been extensively covered in the news, from heritage profiles and product launches to award coverage and clinical milestones.
Formed on the principles of trust and care, SRGR's commitment to precision-driven vision care and personalised attention has made it a brand well-loved by generations, and one that continues to draw attention from the press.
Take a look at some of our media features below, along with a selection of newspaper and magazine clippings from over the decades.
Why The World Takes Notice
100+ Year Heritage
The oldest opticians in Karnataka, a story spanning four generations and over a century of vision care.
Clinical Innovation
India's first in-store Myopia Management Centre, launched in association with global optics leader Zeiss.
Green Commitment
Recognised for our sustainable and upcycling initiatives, a rare commitment in Indian optical retail.
Award-Winning
Times Healthcare Award 2019 and first Essilor Expert in South India, credentials earned, not claimed.
Recent Features
Times Healthcare
Times Healthcare Award for Service Excellence in Opticianry & Optometry
S.R. Gopal Rao Opticians & Optometrists was recognised by the Times Healthcare Award for Service Excellence, a testament to over 100 years of dedicated vision care in Bengaluru.
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YourStory
How A Fifth-Generation Entrepreneur Is Preserving Her Family's Century-Old Optician Brand
A GenNEXT-series interview with COO Meghana Manay on carrying SRGR's legacy into the digital age, from its 19th-century origins to today.
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Razorpay Blog
Six Generations, One Vision: The Story Of Bangalore's Oldest Optician
A profile on Meghana Manay building a modern identity for SRGR while keeping the century-old family business's founding principles intact.
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Eyestylist
S. R. Gopal Rao Opticians, Bangalore, India
A feature in the online eyewear fashion magazine on SRGR's 85-year heritage and its curated collections from Cutler and Gross, LINDBERG, Silhouette and Maui Jim.
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VisionPlus
Women Of Substance
Meghana Manay features among the Indian optical industry's leading women, speaking on family, legacy and building a career in a traditionally male-led trade.
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PEAKLIFE
A Woman Of Substance
COO Meghana Manay speaks with PEAKLIFE on SRGR's 85-year dispensing legacy, eyewear trends for 2021, and running the business alongside sister brand Getspexy.
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LBB Bangalore
Get Glasses & Cases To Suit Your Style & Personality At S.R. Gopal Rao Opticians
LBB rounds up SRGR's boutique stores and brand line-up, Chloé, Tiffany & Co., Oliver Peoples, Gucci, Lindberg and more, all under one roof.
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RITZ Magazine
Eye-Catching Evening
RITZ covers SRGR's Residency Road launch of new-decade sunglasses collections from Lindberg, Dolce & Gabbana, Prada, Tom Ford and more.
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The Style World
Launch Of New Sunglasses At SR Gopal Rao, Bengaluru's Oldest Luxury Opticians
Coverage of the Jayanagar launch event for the Summer/Spring collection, featuring Prada, Tiffany & Co., Burberry, Gucci and Bvlgari.
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Business Standard
Luxury Eyewear Retailer S.R. Gopal Rao Opticians Goes Green
On World Upcycling Day, SRGR announced initiatives to cut its carbon footprint, from recycled packaging to the wooden Getspexy eyewear line, Breathe.
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New Indian Express
Through A Tinted Lens
The New Indian Express profiles SRGR's approach to eyewear as both a medical and fashion product, rooted in over a century of Bengaluru retail.
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New Indian Express
Eyeing Vintage Appeal
Coverage of SRGR's vintage and archival eyewear pieces, tracing the brand's decades-long relationship with classic frame design.
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Times of India
Times Health Excellence 2019: Honouring Outstanding Contributions In Medicine
SRGR's Times Healthcare Award for Service Excellence in Opticianry & Optometry, covered as part of Times of India's Health Excellence honours.
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Economic Times
Retail Brands Seek Help From Social Media Influencers To Connect With The Local Crowd
SRGR featured among Indian retail brands using influencer partnerships to build a more local, relatable digital presence.
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Moneycontrol
End Grim 2020 On A High Note: A Guide To Super-Indulgent Year-End Shopping
SRGR's luxury eyewear collection featured in Moneycontrol's guide to indulgent year-end gifting and shopping.
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Indian Express
Five Tips To Protect Your Child's Eyes During Lockdown
SRGR's clinical team contributes eye-care guidance for children spending more time on screens during the lockdown.
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Radio Interview
Interviewed By RJ Sriram
Meghana Manay and Hemanth Manay speak with RJ Sriram about the succession of S.R. Gopal Rao Opticians across generations.
Watch →LBB Bangalore
Top Events In Bangalore In June (And Beyond) That You Must Attend
LBB's roundup of what's on in Bangalore includes SRGR among the city's not-to-miss happenings.
Read More →Press Clippings
A selection of newspaper and magazine features covering S.R. Gopal Rao Opticians over the decades, from heritage profiles to product launches and award coverage.
