Blind Student Achieves Success at NITK and Joins PSU as Management Trainee
Outgrowing the dark, blind student lands PSU job
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Voleti Sai Asrith, a blind graduate from NITK, has secured a management trainee position at a public sector undertaking. Despite losing his sight gradually, he excelled in chemical engineering with support from family, friends, and faculty, becoming a role model for inclusivity in education.
- 01Voleti Sai Asrith graduated from National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK) in chemical engineering.
- 02He is the first completely blind undergraduate in the chemical engineering department at NITK.
- 03Asrith received significant support from faculty, including academic accommodations and assistance from classmates.
- 04His journey involved using scribes for examinations and adapting to challenges after losing his vision.
- 05Asrith emphasizes the importance of communication in helping others understand his needs.
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Voleti Sai Asrith, a 22-year-old from Mangaluru, has successfully graduated from the National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK) with a degree in chemical engineering and has secured a position as a management trainee at a public sector undertaking (PSU). Born with sight, Asrith began losing his vision gradually, which posed significant challenges during his education. Initially studying at DPS-MRPL School, he transitioned to Shri Chaitanya Techno School, where he started using scribes for exams as his handwriting deteriorated. At NITK, he received crucial support from his family, friends, and faculty, particularly from Prof Keyur Raval, who provided academic accommodations and ensured a supportive learning environment. Asrith noted that his classmates treated him normally, helping him understand concepts and providing additional assistance. He credits the collective support from the NITK community for his success, highlighting the importance of communication in expressing his needs. Asrith's journey serves as an inspiring example of resilience and inclusivity in education, paving the way for future students with disabilities.
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Asrith's success highlights the importance of inclusivity in education, encouraging institutions to adopt supportive measures for students with disabilities.
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