Disability

Bhavesh Bhatia lost his eyesight in his early 20s. As the light faded from his eyes, instead of lamenting on his fate, he decided to learn the art of candle making and light up the lives of others like him. Bhatia today runs a huge candle manufacturing enterprise that provides employment to hundreds of visually impaired people and has clients across the globe. Read how this inspiring man converted this disability into an opportunity.

Aditya Mehta met with an accident five years ago. But this did not stop him from following his passion to cycle his way through some of the toughest routes of India. Not only this, he is also helping several para-athletes with technical and personal support. Know more about the wonders he has been doing.

Poonam was qualified, talented and educated but still could not get a decent job like "normal" people. Suffering from Osteogenesis Imperfecta, Poonam is just a little over two feet in height but this did not stop her from positively impacting the lives of many. She converted her disability into an opportunity and started an organization to help in many ways the people around her.

From helping those abandoned by family and friends due to leprosy to making people with disability independent, WORTH Trust is covering all grounds to make life a better place for them. And this September they complete 50 years of dedication and hard work. This is their story of compassion and love and how they are making little differences in the lives of those who need it the most.

Arunima Sinha lost her leg when some robbers pushed her out of a moving train. Two years later she became the first woman amputee to climb the Mount Everest. From battling the difficult days in the hospital to chasing her dreams of scaling the highest peak, Sinha's story is all about courage, passion, dedication and respect.

Ever wondered that things as simple as taking a cab could be hard for those with special needs? ickstart cabs is catering the needs of disabled passengers. A modified car seat that can be converted into a wheelchair, compassionate staff and a goal to leave a positive impact in the lives of persons with disability. Kickstart cabs is a ride to remember.

Often when we face challenges in life we get disheartened and give up. Nishtha is an example of sheer courage as she has been fighting muscular dystrophy for several years now, not allowing it to make her a "dependent". Not only this, she is on a mission to spread awareness about the cause and is helping similar patients to overcome this disability and lead "normal" lives. Read her inspiring story of courage and dedication.

Hearing impaired persons generally have a problem learning new languages. But Sunny chose French as his second language in school and speaks it with panache. He plays the tabla and is also learning to play the saxophone. This was made possible with regular efforts from AURED. Know more about the programme and how it is helping hearing impaired children to communicate without sign language like kids with normal hearing.

A major spinal cord injury had left him immobilised and completely dependent. Now, just a few years later, this young man is ready to pursue his MS at Purdue and later work in assistive technology. If this ongoing journey of Sashank isn't inspiring, nothing is!

Rajinder Singh Rahelu contracted polio when he was eight months old. Since then, he has not been able to walk. But he did not let his disability come in between him and his dreams. He continued to practice, and today, he has created history after winning a silver medal in powerlifting at the Commonwealth Games 2014.