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Bihar’s 13‑year‑old Lakshmi writes with her feet to stay in school
✍️ timesofindia.indiatimes.com
🗓 05 Sep 2026, 12:33 AM
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Lakshmi, a 13‑year‑old student from Bihar who was born without hands, uses her feet to write and continue her education.
Lakshmi, a 13‑year‑old girl from Bihar, was born without both hands. Despite the physical challenge, she has found a way to keep up with her classmates by writing with her feet.
Her teachers at the local school have accommodated her unique method, providing extra time for assignments and encouraging her peers to support an inclusive classroom environment. Lakshmi practices daily, using a specially positioned notebook that allows her to see her work clearly while she writes with her toes.
Education officials in the district have highlighted her story as an example of resilience and the importance of adaptive learning tools for children with disabilities. They say her determination underscores the need for schools to be equipped with resources that enable every child to study without discrimination.
Lakshmi’s parents expressed pride in her perseverance, noting that her continued schooling boosts her confidence and sets a positive example for other children facing similar challenges in the region.
Her teachers at the local school have accommodated her unique method, providing extra time for assignments and encouraging her peers to support an inclusive classroom environment. Lakshmi practices daily, using a specially positioned notebook that allows her to see her work clearly while she writes with her toes.
Education officials in the district have highlighted her story as an example of resilience and the importance of adaptive learning tools for children with disabilities. They say her determination underscores the need for schools to be equipped with resources that enable every child to study without discrimination.
Lakshmi’s parents expressed pride in her perseverance, noting that her continued schooling boosts her confidence and sets a positive example for other children facing similar challenges in the region.