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My Story: ‘When Others Called Me Handicapped, I Assumed They Were Mistaken’
Sumit Agarwal was born with cerebral palsy. His parents had to run from post to pillar to get him admitted in school and ensure that he receives education among others of his age. With time, he learnt more about his impairment and realized he could accomplish anything that he aspires. Now, he runs a successful PR firm and wants to make workplaces more inclusive.
My Story: ‘Adversity Does Not Discriminate, We Need To Train Our Mind Through Resilience, Patience & Resolve’
Roshan Mathew wanted to join the Indian Army. After completing his basic military training, he was moving on to the second leg of the process when he sustained an injury during an obstacle course and had a compound fracture on his left arm and a dislocated elbow. He had to let go of that dream but he braved odds to recover in a while and is currently attending college to complete his education.
My Story: “Our Condition Is Like Cabin Crew Of Plane On Verge Of Crash While Pilot Is Sleeping”
Dr Jagriti Varshney has been working on the frontline since the pandemic situation began. She says that as doctors they are doing as much as they can to help the situation. Staying away from their families, putting the interest of our patients above anything else; the journey has not been easy so far. She requests everyone to follow COVID related norms and stay vigilant.
My Story: ‘Dad Faces Risk Of An Infection Every Hour Treating Patients At The Hospital’
He hasn’t had any days off. Half a day, on a Sunday, is the most he can get. He does not get to repair his spectacles that have become loose and need tightening or get his hair cut. His greys are more noticeable than they were a year ago. The most we can do as a family for him, is feed him a hearty breakfast before the grind begins and ensure that he gets his sleep at night, which on occasions get disturbed by emergency phone calls.
My Story: “Whether It’s Waterlogging, Cyclone Or Pandemic, I Never Hesitate To Step Out To Do My Duty”
Hemanshi Kamani works as a freelance photojournalist with Reuters. She is one out of the six females working as a photojournalist in print media in Mumbai. As the nature of her work assignment demands her to be out on the field, she is constantly hustling. However, she is now used to the nature of her work and wants that photojournalists should also be treated as frontline workers.
Road to Recovery: “Stay Calm, Isolate Immediately,” Says 20-Year-Old COVID-19 Survivor
Nikita Liya John, a 20-year-old undergraduate student who survived COVID-19 said that people should stay calm and not panic if they test positive.
Road To Recovery: ‘Believe In Yourself, Let Your Body Heal’, Says 20-Year-Old Student Who Beats COVID-19
Being away from home was particularly difficult simply because this is the first time, she went through such a situation. “The youth demands to be independent. However, when you are sick and in need, you crave parental and emotional support,” said Ardra.
My Story: ‘Turned My Hobby Of Strawberry Farming Into A Profitable Venture During Lockdown’
Vritti Narula, a resident of Chandigarh, along with her brother started strawberry farming during the lockdown. However, with abundant fresh produce and an overwhelming response, the siblings decided to take it up full-time.
My Story: ‘I Tend To Her Like A Mother, Fight Like A Sibling, Care For Like A Father’
After separating from his wife, Vinod Jadhav has been playing the dual role of a father and a mother to his daughter, Gauri. From cooking delicious meals to making perfect braids, Jadhav is acing multiple roles with ease.
My Story: ‘We Were Supposed To Fight Pandemic Not Succumb To It, Govt’s Failure Led People To Gasping For Breath’
Jyotsna Bhardwaj, a journalist, has been spending her waking hours, every day, trying to coordinate with the people across the country on social media, verifying the leads and arranging for crucial medical supplies for the deprived amid the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.
My Story: “Unlike My Elder Brother, Who Had Cherubic Face At The Time Of His Birth, I Was Born Disfigured”
Ashish Saini (31) was born with a rare congenital disorder called lymphatic malformation, which disfigured the left side of his face. Others always treated him with sympathy, ignorance, mockery, hatred, empathy and even, to some extent, guilt. It took him a long time to accept the reality of how he looked. Now, he is extremely comfortable in his own skin and pursues his passion for modelling through his blog.
My Story: ‘After COVID, We Have Another Battle To Fight— Water Crisis’
19-year-old Sawan Kanojia was selected as the ‘Water Hero’ by the Ministry of Jal Shakti in 2020. For the past six years, Sawan, along with his team, has been working towards conducting awareness programmes on the importance of water conservation in Uttar Pradesh.
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