Legacy of Impact
Three Decades of Transforming the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
Professional Timeline
1997 — FOUNDATION
Establishment of Manovikas
Launched the Manovikas Charitable Society with a vision to move beyond “sheltered care” toward an inclusive, community-based rehabilitation model.
2005 — GLOBAL EXCHANGE
International Research in Japan & USA
Represented India in Japan for JICA’s Vocational Rehabilitation program and collaborated with US-based self-advocacy groups to bring global standards to India.
2016 — POLICY LEADERSHIP
National Advocacy for RPWD Act
Played a pivotal role in the national discourse leading to the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, ensuring a rights-based framework for neurodiversity.
2020 — DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Launch of e-Gyanshala
Pioneered the world’s largest virtual learning platform for IDD during the pandemic, reaching 1.5 lakh students and parents across 21 states.
2024 — ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
Think College Initiative
Launched India’s first comprehensive Higher Education framework for neurodiverse students, aligning with the National Education Policy 2020.
TATA SABAL Award (2025)
Awarded for the “Community to Corporate” (C2C) research model for excellence in vocational inclusion.
UNESCO Invited Speaker (Paris)
Recognized for pioneering research in traditional Vedic Music and Dance Therapy for social inclusion.
State Excellence Award
Honored for 25+ years of distinguished service in the field of Rehabilitation and Disability Rights.