In a world where many see with their eyes, there are a rare few who see with purpose.
Meet Shankar Prasad Khoonte, a 31-year-old visionary—though 100% blind—whose clarity of mission illuminates lives every day.
From his classroom at the Institute for the Blind on Panchkuian Road, New Delhi, Shankar is more than a Computer Instructor—he is a guide, a mentor, and a quiet revolution in motion. His students, all visually impaired, find not just lessons in his teachings but belief in their own potential.
He cannot see the stars, yet he teaches others to reach for them.
He cannot see the text, yet he fills minds with wisdom.
With unshakable dedication, Shankar was already shaping futures. But now, with the support of Voice of SAP (VOSAP), his impact has grown even stronger.
Enter the Orbit Reader 20—a compact, revolutionary device that changed the way Shankar teaches. This assistive tool allows him to read books, scan newspapers, prepare lessons, and guide his students without pause or barrier. Independence is no longer a dream—it is his reality.
With newfound confidence, Shankar reads, dictates, and engages with unmatched enthusiasm. His gratitude for the device is deep—but what he’s most excited about is the future he can now help shape.
Educators like Shankar don’t just teach—they transform. Their commitment to inclusion makes the world a more just, more compassionate place.
So let’s pledge to stand beside every teacher, every mentor, every quiet torchbearer like Shankar.
Let’s build a world where assistive tools open the doors to equal opportunity.
Because vision isn’t just what we see – It’s what we believe is possible.
