Disability

To reduce the burden on physically challenged students and to make education more inclusive, the IIT council has announced a fee waiver for them. The council is also reconsidering their recent proposal of increasing the tuition fees for other students.

Muskan was born with a hole in her heart, underdeveloped lungs, partial paralysis, and several other disorders. Doctors said she wouldn’t live for more than 100 hours. Muskan is 16 now and an inspiration to thousands of people. She has authored two books, is a motivational speaker, a radio show host, and much more. This is the story of her indomitable spirit.

The government is all set to launch the Accessible India Campaign which will focus on making India a more disabled-friendly nation. From more accessible public places, to disable-friendly television programs, here are seven amazing initiatives which will be a part of the campaign.

I am Himanshu Bakshi. My height is 3 feet and 8 inches, and I live with dwarfism. But I did not let my disability come in the way of how I live my life. This is my story.

The MP and MLAs in Chitradurga district of Karnataka have an encouraging gift for the people living with physical disability in the region. By utilising MP and MLA funds, the Women and Child Welfare Department in the district will be giving over 100 three-wheeler scooters to the residents.

After being denied entry in a restaurant for being disabled, Nipun contacted Zomato, suggesting that their search should have a filter for disabled-friendly restaurants. Zomato will now cover all 50,000 restaurants which are listed on their portal.

While a major portion of India is not easily accessible for differently-abled people living in the country, there have been some very thoughtful attempts which can be replicated for a more inclusive society.

Ira Singhal is an individual who makes us rethink our entire lives. She is a testament to the fact that stubbornly pursuing our passions is the only way to the path of greatness. She is a person who did not let a mere disability get in the way of her absolute genius. Yes, she is a genius in her own terms. Her story is infallible and profusely inspiring.

15 specially-abled couples got married in a mass wedding event near Bhopal, under the Mukhyamantri Kanyadaan Yojana.

Sharath Gayakwad was born with a deformed hand. He took up swimming as a mandatory activity in school and developed a passion for this sport. Today he has over 90 medals in his kitty and has become the first Indian to win six medals in a multi-disciplinary sport event. Meet the amazingly inspiring sports personality and hear his views on disability.