A big dream that defied disability

Shashi, a 32-year-old from Himachal Pradesh born with a disability affecting both her legs, defied societal and personal challenges to pursue education and a career in para badminton. Despite facing limited opportunities in her rural environment, she completed multiple degrees and moved to different cities for training, overcoming obstacles like the pandemic and financial struggles. Today, she balances her professional role with IndiGo Airlines and continues training for para badminton, demonstrating resilience and determination.

Read at The New Indian Express

All articles from 6 September 2026. Summaries are AI-generated and may contain errors; the linked article is the authority.