Disabled

Ankita believes that everyone has the strength to fight against challenges, and move forward. It’s this belief that encouraged her even after she was rejected at multiple job interviews and had to take up odd jobs.

Kiran Bavadekar from Kolhapur contracted polio at 3 but still went on to pursue wrestling and bodybuilding professionally. Today, he is a fitness trainer, where 300 of his students have joined the Indian Army or police force.

Earning a Diploma from TISS in Dance Movement Therapy, Veena Iyer now conducts sessions to heal others, starting a new life after retirement

Nayan S from Kerala’s Kollam district might have difficulty holding a pen and reading a line, but he has already written two books.

At 16, he was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder. But that hasn't stopped him from challenging his limitations!

One of only nine people in the world to have achieved this special accreditation, Shirin's dogs are literal life-savers and companions for the disabled. Here's her story!

The inspiration to do so stemmed from a near-death experience, the resultant trauma and a life-changing realisation.

The Sangam rehabilitates and empowers people with physical and mental impairments. In its three decades, it has embraced more than 330 villages in four blocks of Tirunelveli district, touching a population of over six lakh.

From braving cancer to overcoming physical disabilities, the Pinkathon has brought to light gripping narratives of women who decided to reclaim their ‘right to run’ and smash societal barriers.

In a world so fraught with conflict and competition, it is always heartening to see people who are kind and believe in compassion.