The Invisible Millions: Disability and the Census Data
The 2011 census of India recorded that the number of persons with disabilities in India amounted to around 26.8 million people, which is about 2.21% of the total population . This is a substantial number, larger than the population of Australia. Yet disability rights advocates and researchers have long argued
Redefining Ability: The Human Revolution in Prosthetics and Orthotics
Prosthetics and orthotics have evolved far beyond functional aids, becoming instruments of empowerment that restore mobility, dignity, and independence. Modern innovations—ranging from thought-controlled limbs to neural feedback systems—enable extraordinary agility and participation in work, sports, and daily life. Yet the true revolution lies in their transformative impact on individuals, exemplified
The First Odia Nurse in North America: Her experience of Rehab Care
During one of my morning walks, my thoughts drifted toward the remarkable journey of the Odia community in America and how much we have evolved over the years. As I reflected on that journey, my mind traveled back to a defining chapter of my own life—the decision to enter the
