written by Abhinav Thakurta, intern We constantly form notions about people. We often judge, form presumptions and believe all sorts of myths about different people we meet along. And we are much more lenient towards myths in the case of disabled people. When our paths cross with differently-abled people, we…

written by Preeti Tahiliani, intern “I wanted to stand, but now I am flying”, says Pooja Sharma. Women with disabilities all around the world are carving an identity for themselves and not letting society be a hindrance in their way of living life the way they want to. Pooja Sharma, former Miss Wheelchair India, was only 40 days old when she lost…

A brief look at the history and transition of technology in mobility aids. — written by Muskan Sharma, intern; edited by Jithin Vidya Ajith Problems might be old, but solutions always keep upgrading. Immobility isn’t a disability of today’s era; it has been here for a long time. Since ages, differently-abled people have been fighting against this obstacle with whatever resource and method they…

written by Aarcha Varadaraj, intern, Astrek Innovations During this lockdown what we lack the most is how to keep ourselves fit and healthy in the same way we used to. We tend to be lazier than before. There are a lot of reasons stopping people from keeping themselves fit: Not…

written by Abhinav Thakurta, intern, Astrek Innovations “When you hear the word ‘disabled,’ people immediately think about people who can’t walk or talk or do everything that people take for granted. Now, I take nothing for granted. But I find the real disability is people who can’t find joy in…

written by Muskan Sharma, Intern, Astrek Innovations “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade”. Well, life isn’t always so cooperative that it gives us opportunities wrapped in a golden sheath. Sometimes, all the doors seem closed, and we must carve out opportunities from obstacles. Some fail to reach their potential…

written by Preeti Tahiliani, Intern It has been a challenging time for the elderly and the disabled after the outbreak of coronavirus. The situation has brought about new fears now as we are going into self-isolation and shielding ourselves from this environment. …

by Robin Kanattu Thomas, CEO, Astrek Innovations Dear future me, By the time you get this letter, you might either be on your path to becoming a well-set entrepreneur or might have shut your dreams. If you have become an entrepreneur, this letter will take you through the journey so…