The Invisible Majority: India's Abled Disabled

An inspiring, sensitive, and eye-opening exploration of resilience, inclusion, and the remarkable lives of persons with disabilities in India!

About the Book: Sixteen fractures and eight surgeries caused by brittle bone disease couldn't stop Ummul Kher from cracking the prestigious IAS exam and joining the civil services. The fierce determination of homemaker Smrithy Rajesh empowered her to educate her child with autism and ADHD while forging a career path of her own. Inspired by a blind friend, Pancham Cajla successfully transformed multiple railway stations to make them accessible for the visually impaired.

Co-authored by C.K. Meena and V.R. Ferose, The Invisible Majority: India's Abled Disabled records and amplifies the vibrant, diverse voices of persons with disabilities across India. Navigating a wide range of crucial topics—from history and legal frameworks to deep-seated social attitudes—the book also sheds light on the caregivers, educators, health professionals, employers, and activists inextricably linked to their journeys. Insightful, moving, and profoundly timely, this essential read addresses a vital question: How do we make India a truly inclusive nation?

Key Features & Benefits:

• Real Stories of Extraordinary Resilience: Highlights powerful, real-life accounts of individuals overcoming immense physical and societal barriers to achieve greatness.

• Holistic Perspective on Disability in India: Combines personal narratives with a detailed look at history, accessibility laws, and evolving social attitudes.

• Focus on the Support Ecosystem: Shines a light on the vital roles played by caregivers, educators, employers, and advocates.

• Expert Authorship: Thoughtfully crafted by C.K. Meena and V.R. Ferose to inspire social awareness, empathy, and national transformation.