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aid - it is the key to independence, education,
opportunity, and inclusion.

Mananya's First Steps Towards Independence

For five-year-old Mananya Bisen from Birgaon, Raipur, getting to school and playing with other children was not easy. With limited mobility, she relied entirely on her family to move around, making it difficult to learn, play, and participate like her peers.

Everything changed when Mananya received a customised Motivation MotiGo wheelchair. Today, she can move independently, attends primary school, enjoys drawing and colouring in class, and happily interacts with her friends and teachers.

For Mananya, a wheelchair is more than a mobility aid—it is the key to learning, independence, and the opportunity to experience childhood like every other child.

Khushi's Journey to Independence

For Khushi Patel from Dharsiwa, Raipur, getting to college meant depending on her mother to carry her every day. The daily journey was physically demanding for her mother and limited Khushi’s independence and confidence.

After a comprehensive assessment, Khushi received an appropriate wheelchair tailored to her needs. Today, she travels to college independently, attends classes regularly, and actively participates in campus life.

For Khushi, an appropriate wheelchair has meant far more than improved mobility—it has opened the door to higher education, greater independence, and the confidence to pursue her dream of supporting other persons with disabilities to lead lives of dignity and inclusion.

Bhagyashree's Journey to Confidence

For 18-year-old Bhagyashree from Yadgir, Karnataka, limited mobility made everyday tasks challenging and affected her ability to continue her education with confidence. With both her parents working, meeting her mobility needs was difficult, placing added pressure on the family.

Following a comprehensive wheelchair assessment, Bhagyashree received an appropriate active wheelchair along with training on its safe use. Today, she is more independent in her daily activities, confidently preparing for her Board examinations, and participating more actively in school and community life.

For Bhagyashree, an appropriate wheelchair has been more than a mobility aid—it has restored her independence, eased the burden on her family, and given her the confidence to pursue her education and future aspirations.

From a rural village in Karnataka to representing India

Born into a modest farming family in rural Belagavi, Laxmi Rayappa Rayannavar grew up with limited access to information, adaptive sports and training opportunities. Although she loved sports, she had never heard of Para sports or wheelchair basketball.
Everything changed in 2018, when she met wheelchair basketball player and coach Basappa Sunadholi. Recognising her potential, Basappa introduced her to wheelchair basketball and later identified her for Motivation India’s #BreaktheBias programme. Laxmi was among 20 women with disabilities from disadvantaged backgrounds selected for the programme, which created opportunities for women to take up sport as a means of self-expression, confidence-building and realising their potential.
With access to training, mentorship and a supportive sporting environment, Laxmi’s talent flourished. She progressed from recreational participation to becoming a skilled 3.0-classified ball handler, competing at national and international levels.
From Village to the International Stage
  • 2019–2025: Multiple national championship podium finishes, including Silver in 2023 and 2024.
  • 2022 & 2026: South Zone Championship – Best Player.
  • 2025: National Championship – Most Valuable Offensive Player.
  • 2024 & 2025: Represented India at the Asia Oceania Zone Championships in Thailand.
  • 2026: Represented India in 3×3 wheelchair basketball at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.
Alongside her sporting career, Laxmi earned a Master’s Degree in Political Science—a testament to her determination both on and off the court.
Today, she dreams of representing India at the Paralympic Games and winning a Paralympic medal. 
Laxmi’s journey shows what becomes possible when talent meets opportunity. From a rural village to the international arena, her story is a testament to the power of sport, mentorship and inclusion.
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