100 scholarship to Girls with Disabilities India

Dear Donors and Well-Wishers, Greetings from Blind People’s Association (BPA)! We hope this message finds you in good health and high spirits. It gives us immense joy to share the first progress update of our Scholarship Program for Girls with Disabilities. Education is one of the most powerful tools for empowerment—but for girls with disabilities, access to education often remains a distant dream. With your support, we are working to change that—one life at a time. Today, we want to introduce you to Dhruti, a bright and determined young girl whose story is a true testament to courage and resilience. Dhruti lost her vision when she was just 8 months old. But that wasn’t the only loss she faced—her father abandoned the family upon learning about her blindness. Her mother, however, stood strong. Despite being left alone, she took full responsibility for raising Dhruti and giving her every opportunity to grow. At 9 months old, Dhruti was brought to the Early Intervention Centre at BPA. That was the beginning of a remarkable journey. She received training in orientation and mobility, daily living skills, and gradually learned to move independently, identify objects, and groom herself. Soon, she began learning Braille and reading and writing in English, Hindi, and Gujarati. She was later enrolled in a mainstream school. It wasn’t easy—she was often denied participation in school events, but Dhruti refused to be discouraged. She fought for her space and eventually took part in school programs, winning not only prizes but also the hearts of many. She passed her higher secondary exams with good marks and aspired to pursue college education. But once again, challenges surfaced. Admission into St. Xavier’s College was tough, and financial burdens became a huge barrier—expenses for tuition, transport, and assistive technology were simply beyond her mother’s reach. That’s when Dhruti applied for support through BPA’s Scholarship Program. She was selected, and with your support, we provided her with an Orbit Braille refresher device, a laptop, and helped cover her college fees. Today, Dhruti is a confident young woman. She recently scored 55% in her exams and continues to chase her dream of becoming a teacher. Thanks to your generosity, Dhruti’s story is not just about struggle—it’s about strength, determination, and hope. With heartfelt gratitude,