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THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED

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Vision-Aid India Participates in Panel Discussion on Accessibility and Inclusion at Sankara Eye Hospital, Bengaluru

Mr. Harish Hariharan, Executive Director of Vision-Aid India, participated in a panel discussion on “Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities” at Sankara Eye Hospital, Bengaluru. The discussion brought together stakeholders, service providers, NGOs, disability advocates, and subject matter experts to explore strategies for building a more accessible, inclusive, and equitable society.
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Empowered by Assistive Technology: Sumanta’s Journey Towards a Career in Teaching

Mr. Sumanta Banerjee, 42, is pursuing a Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) with the aspiration of building a career in teaching.

A resident of Bankura district, West Bengal, Sumanta currently stays in a hostel away from his family while pursuing his studies. With significant visual impairment, accessing printed materials and visual information can be challenging, making access to appropriate assistive technology particularly important for his education and daily life.

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We touch the lives of visually challenged children, young adults and grown-up individuals on a day-to-day basis.

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Key Initiatives

The Dream to SEE

SMART VISION GLASSES

Vision-Aid has entered into a collaboration with Smart Health Global Technologies (P) Ltd, Bengaluru to assemble a revolutionary new device called Smart Vision. This device uses Artificial Intelligence and Computer Vision to help the visually impaired “see

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Accessible Education

SMARTPHONE DRIVE

Smart phone companies have poured a lot of money to pack smart technology into today’s devices and there are many innovative apps (including AI based apps) which can totally transform the life of a blind or visually impaired user. Our dedicated volunteers and team members in US and India have been hard at work, coordinating the logistics of this multi-location rollout.

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Vision-Aid’s National Resource Centers are locations through which we implement sixteen programs that enables, educates and empowers.

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Transformation Stories At It's best

Ritu Jain

Ritu Jain, born and raised in Delhi, led a normal childhood with full sight. She completed her schooling through the CBSE Board in Delhi in 2003 and graduated with a Bachelor’s in Ayurvedic and Medical Science from Maharishi Dayanand University in 2009. 
 
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Shubhra

Meet Shubhra, a determined and ambitious individual from Jaipur, Rajasthan. Born with normal vision, Shubhra completed her schooling in 2009 at India International School, Jaipur, where she pursued a commerce stream. However, during her first year of graduation, she began facing issues with night vision, such as difficulty in driving, walking, and reading small fonts. These problems gradually extended to the daytime as well. 
 
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VTRC Nasik

The Vocational Training Rehabilitation Center (VTRC) in Nasik, part of the National Federation of the Blind, Maharashtra (NFBM), has been providing invaluable training to visually-challenged individuals since its establishment in 2000. This residential center houses 30 students and offers comprehensive training in computer basics and advanced IT skills, certified by the Yashwantrao Chavan Open University, Maharashtra Knowledge Corporation (MKCL), and the Pune Technical Board. 
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News that makes the difference

Vision-Aid at EMPOWER 2026: AI and Digital Accessibility

Vision-Aid presented innovative approaches to digital accessibility and responsible AI at the 9th Annual Assistive Technology Conference at IIT Delhi, held from 2–4 October 2026. From helping blind users navigate inaccessible digital interfaces to embedding human judgement into AI-driven software development, the presentations highlighted how technology can advance digital inclusion, independence and opportunity for people with visual impairments.
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Recent Quarter Highlights

Vision-Aid teams across 75 locations in India continued to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with visual impairment, which aligns with the Vision-Aid Model for Comprehensive Rehabilitation. The model integrates vision rehabilitation, assistive technology, functional vision care, skill development, and inclusive support to promote greater independence, participation, and quality of life.
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Praveen Kumar’s Journey: Excellence in Athletics, Confidence in Communication

Praveen Kumar is a visually impaired para-athlete from India whose journey is shaped by determination, discipline, and dedication. As a javelin throw athlete, he has competed at national and international levels and proudly represented India.
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Vision-Aid Strengthens Access to Vision Rehabilitation for Children in Arani

The Vision-Aid Resource Center at Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, conducted a comprehensive school-based outreach camp at Arani Blind School, Tamil Nadu, bringing specialized eye care, low vision assessment, and vision rehabilitation services closer to children with visual impairment.
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Smart Vision Glasses: Two Journeys Towards Greater Independence

Access to the right assistive technology can make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with visual impairment. For Karan and Riddhi, Smart Vision Glasses (SVG) have helped make education, daily activities, and independent living more accessible.
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A Digital Accessibility Testing Testimonial | Nibin Mathews

Nibin Mathews’ journey is a testament to resilience and determination. Despite facing

significant visual impairment challenges since birth, Nibin pursued education with unwavering determination. Losing sight in one eye due to a cricket ball stroke in 6th grade and later losing vision in the other eye to glaucoma didn’t deter him. He completed his Bachelor’s in English and even secured a job with Indian Railways. Yet, his thirst for knowledge led him to pursue computer programming, which he found through Vision-Aid. With their specialized training, he mastered coding and digital accessibility testing. With their financial support, he pursued a Master’s degree. Now, as the Accessibility Lead at Bosch Global Software Technologies, he’s excelling professionally. But Nibin’s achievements don’t stop there; he’s also an international tennis champion and a skilled violinist. He attributes much of his success to Vision-Aid, acknowledging their pivotal role in his journey. His story is not just one of personal triumph but also a testament to the impact of support systems in overcoming challenges and inspiring others.

A Job Coaching for Banking and other exams Testimonial | Gautam Gulati

Meet Gautam, a remarkable individual based in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, whose life story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the transformative power of organizations like Vision-Aid India.

Gautam’s life commenced with the diagnosis of Retinist Pigmentosa. Despite experiencing a 40% loss of sight, he persevered through attending a regular school, successfully completing his education and earning a B Com degree. His world took an unexpected turn after graduation, when, he had the major sight loss. Faced with the challenges of navigating everyday activities like driving, reading, writing print, and mobility etc. Yet, rather than allowing these obstacles to define him, he chose a path of resilience and determination. Undeterred by his circumstances, Gautam turned to technology, becoming dependent on tools designed for visually impaired individuals, including screen readers. His quest for independence led him to explore new technologies with the support of various NGOs. Through his social networks, Gautam discovered Vision-Aid India, an organization dedicated to empowering the visually impaired. Recognizing the potential for growth, he enrolled in Vision-Aid’s IBPS banking crash course, specifically tailored for visually impaired individuals, in April 2022.

Determined to enhance his skills further, Gautam pursued an additional course in mobile technology. This commitment to personal and professional growth showcased his unwavering spirit and determination.

Armed with newfound knowledge, Gautam faced the Bank of India Credit Officer exam after completing the IBPS crash course. His hard work, coupled with the right guidance from Vision-Aid, resulted in success. In 2023, Gautam proudly joined Bank of India as a Credit Officer, marking a significant milestone in his journey.

Gautam attributes his success and newfound independence to Vision-Aid India. With deep gratitude, he acknowledges the organization’s role in providing IBPS coaching and shaping his path towards independence.

A Python Testimonial

Tejas

Tejas, born with visual impairment in Mumbai, pursued his education at a Blind School. After school, he graduated from St. Xavier’s College in 2007. His quest for technology education led him to NIIT Bangalore, but job challenges followed. He worked as an HR Recruiter at Thomson Reuters but continued his search for software engineering opportunities. Tejas found his path at Vision-Aid India, where he gained certifications in JavaScript, CSS, HTML, Python, and Digital Accessibility Testing. Vision-Aid then helped him secure a role as an Associate Software Engineer at Pristine InfoTech Inc. He’s deeply grateful to Vision-Aid for enabling visually impaired individuals to learn software languages and work independently as software engineers.

Bindhu Sri

Meet Bindu, from Hyderabad. Who began her life with the gift of perfect vision? She embarked on her educational journey in a conventional school, but at the tender age of 9, her world dimmed as Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) impacted her sight. Loosing major of her vision with lot of challenges she still could complete her graduate degree in 2020 and her post-graduate degree in 2022. Being interested to pursue her career in computer programming she discovered Vision-Aid India, a beacon of hope and opportunity. Enrolling in their online certification programs, Bindu successfully completed both Python and SQL languages. Armed with these newfound skills, she opened doors to her career, securing a position as a Data Engineer at RX Data Science, a renowned company.

“All of this was made possible through the invaluable support and guidance provided by Vision-Aid India” She Says.

A HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and ARIA Fundamentals for Accessible Web Development Testimonial

Tejas

Tejas, born with visual impairment in Mumbai, pursued his education at a Blind School. After school, he graduated from St. Xavier’s College in 2007. His quest for technology education led him to NIIT Bangalore, but job challenges followed. He worked as an HR Recruiter at Thomson Reuters but continued his search for software engineering opportunities. Tejas found his path at Vision-Aid India, where he gained certifications in JavaScript, CSS, HTML, Python, and Digital Accessibility Testing. Vision-Aid then helped him secure a role as an Associate Software Engineer at Pristine InfoTech Inc. He’s deeply grateful to Vision-Aid for enabling visually impaired individuals to learn software languages and work independently as software engineers.