Disability

The ongoing Beach Fest at the Candolim beach in Goa lends a voice to make India’s beaches accessible to over 180 million people with disabilities.

There are more misconceptions circulating about Autism Spectrum Disorder than truths. On Autism Awareness Day, allow me to clear nine of them for you.

Cricket for the blind can become a means for expression, exposure, and empowerment for the visually impaired population of our country. George Abraham explores the evolving acceptance of this unique sport.

Radhika Kavathkar, who lost her vision at the age of 22 to an undiagnosed complication, has not only made herself independent, but has helped over 20 women earn a living by founding a self-help group.

Rajini Lakka, a 57-year-old woman from Ballari offers children with disability free swimming lessons, while also helping them excel at several state- and national-level tournaments.

After 31 years of public service, she's as determined as ever to meet her goals.

Deaf Enabled Foundation (DEF), an organisation “by the deaf, and for the deaf”, is providing vocational skills to the hearing impaired.

Divij Shah works as an app developer for a Bangalore-based firm, and the cyclist has also won laurels internationally.

Children with autism don’t misbehave in a classroom deliberately. Their behavior is a call for help—your help.

Here's hoping civic bodies continue with their efforts in making public spaces more inclusive for everyone in the country.