Blind students in Achham battle distance, poverty and barriers to learning

Summary

Visually impaired students in Achham face significant challenges due to poverty, distance, and lack of accessible infrastructure while attending specialized schools in Mangalsen.

Key Points
  • Visually impaired students like Lal Bahadur BK face challenges of distance and poverty in accessing education in Achham.
  • Specialized Braille training is essential but takes years for students to develop literacy skills.
  • Schools lack accessible infrastructure, making daily activities difficult for visually impaired students.
  • Limited state support and resources hinder the creation of fully inclusive learning environments for blind students.
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