March 29, 2024

SUNADHA encourages the differently abled artists

An Artist without a Title: Jayalaxmi 

Bengaluru June 2017. Samarthanam has been encouraging people with disabilities to showcase their talent. An achievement cannot be fathomed without training.  The project by name “Sunadha” provides an elevated platform for disabled artists across State, National and International reach.  Sunadha has managed to deliver 3000 performances beyond grasp across three continents. The program specializes artists in various forms of art and even conquering in athletics. The troupe specializing in Indian classical and folk has got opportunities to travel to USA and performed in New York, Connecticut and Massachusetts.

The artists have received prestigious offers after showcasing their talent. Around 100 artists are given opportunities to perform. One among the hundreds is Jayalaxmi, who turned into new leaf after joining Sunadha. Jayalaxmi stands as a strong pillar against all the odds in her life.  She was brought up by single parent and lived in Bellari district. She lost an eye at the age of five. Her remarkable journey began after joining here. Academically she excelled and completed her Bachelors in Commerce. Additionally, she overcame stage fear mastering Bharatnatyam dance form and won prizes in All India Dance Competition for Visually Challenged held in Kolkata and Coimbatore.  She did not limit herself only to dancing. Sunadha made her capable to compete in athletic meets. She bagged gold in 100 and 200 meter race under B2 category in the 17th National Para Athletic Meet. She is a national sensation with such astounding performance despite her disability. Sunadha waters the seeds that bloom into beautiful flowers and spread miraculously across the nations.

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