04/12/2025
Dignity and Resilience: Reflections on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities — from the Lens of India’s Elders✨
On 3rd December, as the world observed the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, I’m reflecting on a group we often overlook — India’s elders living with disabilities.
In a country where age, culture and expectations intertwine, their stories speak of strength… but also of the urgent need for empathy, support and inclusion.
India is ageing fast — and with age, challenges in movement, vision, hearing and memory become more common. For millions of older Indians, even daily tasks turn into silent struggles.
Yet, behind every challenge lies resilience. And behind every act of inclusion lies hope.
How can we help:
• Listen to their lived experiences
• Make accessibility a part of everyday spaces
• Support community care and assistive devices
• Advocate for policies that protect the ageing with disabilities
Let’s ensure that growing old in India means growing with dignity, joy and belonging — not invisibility. 💛
Video shot in Brazil (shared with permission) — reminding us that these challenges are global, and so must be our compassion.
