Dr Ramakant rawat
Founder Member
Active in empowering the deaf and blind, Divyadrishti Educational and Welfare Society is a non-profit organization founded by Ankush Gupta in 2016. Divyadrishti is a Sanskrit word, which means “Divine Sight”. The foundation pledges to support deaf and visually impaired people by educating them. The NGO initiated a project focusing on barrier-free education in 2015. To realize his dream, Ankush Gupta traveled through rural areas by public transport to find deaf and blind people residing in confined homes. He intended to bring them out of their restricted spaces and educate them to give them an intellectual vision. Certainly, the philosophy behind starting the NGO was to provide productive exposure to deaf and blind people about becoming self-sufficient. Indeed, the aim is to enlighten them in different fields and give meaning to their life.
Divyadrishti Educational and Welfare Society is dedicated to improving the quality of life of deaf and visually impaired individuals through education, skill development, empowerment and advocacy. We understand the challenges, social barriers and lack of opportunities they often face. Through specially designed training programs, practical skills and continuous support, we help individuals become independent, confident and self-reliant.
To bring deaf and visually impaired individuals towards a new world of growth and opportunities by identifying, developing and transforming their innate skills.
To empower deaf and visually impaired individuals through education, skill-based training and employment opportunities, enabling them to achieve independence and establish a strong position for themselves in society.
At Divyadrishti Educational and Welfare Society, we empower deaf and visually impaired individuals through specialized skill development and holistic wellness programs. Our initiatives help them overcome challenges and face society with confidence, independence and dignity.
We provide training in technology, communication, interpersonal skills, vocational courses and essential life skills. Our objective is to reduce dependency and equip individuals with the knowledge and practical abilities required to manage their daily lives independently.
Our team reaches rural and underserved communities to connect with deaf and visually impaired individuals who may have limited access to education and opportunities. We encourage them to recognize their potential, develop their abilities and work towards the life they aspire to achieve.
Along with education and training, we advocate for the rights, accessibility and inclusion of deaf and visually impaired individuals. Through awareness programs at local, state and national levels, we work to create greater understanding of the facilities, opportunities and support required by the community.
Every day, Divyadrishti Educational and Welfare Society works towards creating a society where deaf and visually impaired individuals are recognized for their abilities rather than defined by their disabilities. Through education, empowerment, outreach and advocacy, we help create opportunities for independent, confident, productive and dignified lives.
Voices of the Unheard: A Journey of Inclusion and Impact
Wandering restlessly for a mission to serve the purpose of life, Ankush Gupta saw a woman news interpreter using sign language to communicate news. That day became a turning point in his life as he got intrigued by the use of sign language for communication. He felt the urge to learn the sign language. While learning the language, he got introduced to the deaf community. Indeed, their life stories, hardships, daily challenges, and rejection from the society moved him a lot. He polished his learning skills, met deaf people, and delved deeper into their underprivileged lives. With the zest to help them, he volunteered as an interpreter for deaf people in hospitals, schools, and other places for aiding civil services to them. This opened a plethora of opportunities for deaf people in education and employment sectors. Certainly, it was a huge development for deaf community as they were side-lined by the society.
