World Disability Day
It is ingrained in the Indic consciousness to accept all people. This also applies to those with special needs. With time and influence of the Western philosophy, this consciousness was tarred and a sudden feeling of fear and disgust was born in our minds for our specially-abled people. Times are changing and people are rising from the slumber of ignorance and institutions such as Asha Niketan are changing our thought process. In pursuit of raising awareness, Asha Niketan orchestrated a rally today. World Disability Day presents an opportune moment to grant individuals with special needs a platform to voice their perspectives, emphasizing the importance of treating them with dignity rather than pity. Both St. Patrick’s Higher Secondary School and St. Vincent’s High and Technical School have consistently shown their support for such endeavors. Consequently, we, the students, together with our teachers, assembled, brandishing banners, placards, and signs adorned with affirming messa