Are Public Transport Systems in India Legally Required to Be Accessible?

Public transport is the backbone of daily life in India. Millions rely on buses, trains, metros, and auto-rickshaws to commute to work, school, and other essential activities. However, for people with disabilities, using public transport is often a struggle. Uneven platforms, buses without ramps, inaccessible ticket counters, and lack of audio-visual announcements make travel difficult, […]
Disability Advocacy in India: How to Get Involved and Make a Difference

Disability advocacy in India is more important than ever. Millions of people with disabilities face daily challenges in accessibility, employment, healthcare, and social inclusion. While laws like the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act exist, real change happens when individuals and communities take action. If you are passionate about creating an inclusive society, you […]
The Evolution of Disability Representation in Bollywood and Indian TV

For decades, Bollywood and Indian television have played a major role in shaping public perceptions of disability and differently-abled individuals. Movies and TV shows have the power to influence mindsets, break stereotypes, and create awareness. However, disability representation in Indian cinema and TV has not always been accurate or empowering. From portraying disabled characters as […]
Disabled Superheroes: How Pop Culture is Redefining Prosthetics

Superheroes have always represented strength, resilience, and determination, but in recent years, pop culture has begun embracing a new kind of hero—one with disabilities and prosthetics. From comic books to blockbuster films, disabled superheroes are breaking barriers, proving that limb loss or mobility challenges do not define a person’s abilities. As prosthetic technology evolves, media […]
Why Accurate Prosthetic Portrayals in Media Matter for Amputees

Movies, TV shows, and advertisements play a big role in shaping how society views people with limb loss and prosthetic users. Whether it’s a soldier with a high-tech bionic limb, an athlete overcoming adversity, or a character struggling with mobility, the way prosthetic limbs are shown in media influences public perception, social attitudes, and even […]