I never truly understood the barriers faced by children with disabilities—until my cousin’s daughter Ananya, who has cerebral palsy, was denied admission to a school in Gujarat. That moment changed everything.

I began researching and was amazed by how much India already promises on paper:

• RPwD Act, 2016: Inclusive education is a right—not an option.

• NEP 2020: Promotes equity from preschool to higher ed.

• Samagra Shiksha: Funds infrastructure and training for inclusive classrooms.

I discovered inspiring stories—from rural schools using Braille maps and speech-to-text tools, to parents creating Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) that actually work. Technology plays a big role too: apps, audio tools, and AI learning platforms are now enabling kids in low-connectivity areas.

But challenges persist:

• Only 61% of Indian schools have basic disability-friendly infrastructure.

• Qualified special educators are scarce.

• Social stigma keeps kids out of classrooms.

???? Still, change is happening. NGOs like Unessa Foundation are leading the way, and so can we.

What Can You Do?

• Talk to schools about accessibility.

• Volunteer, donate, or sponsor assistive tools.

• Share resources with parents and teachers.

• Speak out when inclusion is ignored.

???? Inclusion isn’t charity. It’s justice.
Let’s make sure every child, like Ananya, gets the education they deserve.

???? Support mental health and inclusive learning — even small actions create ripples.

https://unessafoundation.org/disability-rights-in-indian-schools/