Happy National Sports Day 2025! 🏏🏆 Today, we celebrate the birth anniversary of the legendary hockey wizard, Major Dhyan Chand, and honor the spirit of sportsmanship that he embodied. National Sports Day is a reminder of the importance of discipline, teamwork, and resilience in our lives. As we celebrate this special day, let’s pledge toContinue reading “National Sports Day 2025”
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Soar Like an Eagle: A Life Lesson from the Skies
In the vast skies, the only bird that dares to attack an eagle is the crow. It doesn’t strike head-on or with force. Instead, the crow perches on the eagle’s back and pecks at its neck, trying to irritate and provoke. But the eagle majestic and powerful does not react. It doesn’t fight back. ItContinue reading “Soar Like an Eagle: A Life Lesson from the Skies”
Celebrating Unity and Impact with Rotaract Club of Bicholim RID 3170 – Installation Day 2025-26
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”
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”
Finding your Perfect Fit
Sometimes, we find ourselves with the wrong person, and it makes our lives miserable. It’s important to recognize when a relationship is unhealthy. Being with someone who doesn’t support or respect us drains our energy and stifles our growth. A relationship that isn’t a perfect fit often feels unbalanced and unsatisfying. You might face frequentContinue reading “Finding your Perfect Fit”
Empowering Lives: Celebrating International Wheelchair Day 2025
March 1st marks International Wheelchair Day, a celebration of the transformative impact of wheelchairs on individuals and communities worldwide. As we recognize the significance of mobility and independence, we also acknowledge the ongoing struggle for accessibility and inclusion. The Power of Mobility Wheelchairs are more than just a means of movement – they empower individualsContinue reading “Empowering Lives: Celebrating International Wheelchair Day 2025”
Taking the Plunge: My Journey into Para Swimming
July 13th, 2024, was a day I’ll never forget – the day I finally took my first swimming lesson! As a person with disabilities, I’ve always been fascinated by the water, but never had the chance to learn how to swim. That lack of knowledge has kept me from enjoying pool days and beach trips,Continue reading “Taking the Plunge: My Journey into Para Swimming”
Embracing Support: The Key to Success
In a world where the myth of the self-made individual, it’s essential to recognize the truth: no one succeeds alone. Behind every success story lies a network of support, guidance, and collaboration. “I did it on my own” may sound like a badge of honor, but in reality, it often reflects insecurity and a senseContinue reading “Embracing Support: The Key to Success”
Bridging the Gap: Ensuring Accessibility for All in Railway Platforms
In our bustling modern world, where advancements in design and technology are ubiquitous, it’s easy to overlook seemingly minor details. However, for many individuals, particularly those with disabilities, even the smallest gap can pose significant challenges and risks. Consider the gap between the railway platform and the train. While it might appear trivial to some,Continue reading “Bridging the Gap: Ensuring Accessibility for All in Railway Platforms”
Accessibility does not mean only providing ramps…
Accessibility means providing an opportunity to approach or enter or use Đ° place and the facilities in an unrestricted manner.- Ritesh Vaigankar. Accessibility In any building starts at its main entry gate to Parking, parking to every point of office and other sections. Next from toilet, place of water drinking, Canteen, recreational area and allContinue reading “Accessibility does not mean only providing ramps…”
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