I was truly honored and deeply grateful to be invited by the Rotaract Club of Bicholim for a special moment in their journey – the 19th Installation Day celebration. To be felicitated at this vibrant event, and that too at the hands of the esteemed Dr. Chandrakant Shetye, was both humbling and inspiring. The eventContinue reading “Celebrating Unity and Impact with Rotaract Club of Bicholim RID 3170 – Installation Day 2025-26”
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Chhonzin Angmo Becomes First Visually Impaired Woman to Summit Mount Everest After Completing Everest Base Camp Trek
In a historic and inspiring journey marked by courage, resilience, and sheer determination, Chhonzin Angmo, a 100% visually impaired athlete and employee of Union Bank of India, has become the first blind woman to summit Mount Everest. She reached the summit on May 19, 2025, making history not only as a mountaineer but also asContinue reading “Chhonzin Angmo Becomes First Visually Impaired Woman to Summit Mount Everest After Completing Everest Base Camp Trek”
Conquering the Himalayas: My Journey to Annapurna Base Camp
As I sit down to write about my incredible journey to the Annapurna Base Camp, I am filled with a mix of emotions – pride, joy, and a sense of accomplishment. In April 2025, I, Ritesh Narayan Vaigankar, became the first Goan with a severe disability to successfully complete the Annapurna Base Camp trek inContinue reading “Conquering the Himalayas: My Journey to Annapurna Base Camp”
New Milestone Achieved: Conquering Annapurna Base Camp in the HIMALAYAS
History made 💪🏻 I am thrilled to share the exciting news of achieving a new milestone in my life – successfully completing the Annapurna Base Camp trek in the Himalayas! This incredible journey was a testament to my determination, resilience, and passion for adventure. More updates coming soon ….!
Getting Real About Disability Representation in Media: A 2025 Reality Check
As we bid farewell to 2024, I know you’re all busy drafting your New Year’s resolutions and strategic plans for 2025. It’s time to confront the harsh realities of disability representation in Indian media. Despite years of advocating for inclusivity, the industry remains plagued by tokenism, stereotypes, and systemic barriers. In this article, we’ll delveContinue reading “Getting Real About Disability Representation in Media: A 2025 Reality Check”
Featured in “The GOAN” Everyday Newspaper #Grateful For The #Opportunity
“Overcoming amputation after electrocution, this youth wins hearts” By BHARATI PAWASKAR | JUNE 18, 2024, 12:11 AM IST PANAJIDespite facing the immense challenges of being a person with a disability and surviving a high-tension electric shock, Ritesh Narayan Vaigankar never allowed himself to succumb to the belief that there was no place for someone like him inContinue reading “Featured in “The GOAN” Everyday Newspaper #Grateful For The #Opportunity”
“KEEP IN MIND”
1. Don’t advertise your happy marriage on social media. 2. Do not advertise pregnancy on social media. 3. Don’t advertise your kids achievements on social media. 4. Don’t advertise your expensive buys on social media. UNDERSTAND THIS ABOUT LIFE… 1. Not everyone is going to be happy for you. 2. Most of the “nice” commentsContinue reading ““KEEP IN MIND””
“Be!ng Different”
Accidents do happen, it happened with me too, with a smile on face … I overcome the bedridden days school. after amputation of my right foot Spent months prior learning to walk with the new prosthetic leg. Join school, completed diploma and stood among the class toppers, then join a MNC company and now workingContinue reading ““Be!ng Different””
THE 48 LAWS OF POWER BY ROBERT GREENE SUMMARY
Feeling powerless is a miserable experience. If given the choice, everyone would opt for more rather than less power. Yet, to be so overt in attempts to gain power is frowned upon. To attain power, you need to be subtle, cunning, and democratic yet devious. Consequently, in his controversial book, “The 48 Laws of Power,”Continue reading “THE 48 LAWS OF POWER BY ROBERT GREENE SUMMARY”
3rd District Level Para Table Tennis Tournament Goa 2023
The 3rd District Level Para Table Tennis Tournament was held in Goa on May 1, 2023. The tournament was organized by the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities and Disability Alliance for Inclusive Goa in collaboration with the Para Table Tennis Committee under the Goa Table Tennis Association and Sports Authority of Goa. The eventContinue reading “3rd District Level Para Table Tennis Tournament Goa 2023”
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