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Disabled as a teenager, vocational instructor Ritesh Vaigankar aims to inspire young people

Ritesh Vaigankar, a vocational instructor from Goa, was 15 years old when he was disabled. For years he struggled to come with terms with what happened. On My Take he shares his journey – from hiding his scars to wearing them openly as a badge of courage and hope.

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#SaveTheRPDA – Disability groups mobilise against proposal to dilute Disabilities Act

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Malayalam actor Kunchako Boban wins hearts by distributing tablets to disabled children!

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Ellie Goldstein, model with Down syndrome, stuns in Gucci’s Vogue Italia campaign!

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Blind performer Sahana Nirren’s Tamil hit rendition impresses musician AR Rahman!

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Disabled social worker Kamaraj M helps marginalised Narikurava community during lockdown

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Social worker Malvika Iyer’s video highlights challenges faced by disabled people during COVID-19

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