Excelsior Correspondent
NEW DELHI, Jan 4: Apoorv Om, an internationally acclaimed artist and National Awardee for Persons with Disabilities called on the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, here today.
During the meeting, Apoorv Om, who is Deaf, Dumb and has Low Vision (PwD), shared his journey of using art as a powerful medium for social transformation, inclusion and empowerment of persons with hearing impairment.
He expressed his passion for creating meaningful artworks dedicated to national and global leaders, institutions and causes that inspire unity, inclusion, and human values.
Apoorv briefed the LG about his contributions in the field of digital inclusion and disability empowerment over the last 11 years.
He highlighted that his artworks and portraits have been widely appreciated and accepted by eminent national and international dignitaries, including the President of India, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice President of India, senior UN leaders and other global institutions.
Apoorv is also a FIT India Ambassador appointed by the Government of India.
His work has consistently focused on bringing persons with hearing impairment into the mainstream of society through creativity, innovation and positive representation.
The LG appreciated Apoorv Om’s dedication, resilience and commitment towards social inclusion.
He lauded his efforts to use art as a bridge between ability and opportunity and encouraged initiatives that promote empowerment of persons with disabilities.
Gupta also urged the people suffering from disabilities and challenges of any kind to take inspiration from Apoorv Om’s determination and creativity and to believe in their own potential to overcome obstacles, achieve excellence, and make meaningful contributions to society.
The LG emphasised the importance of collective efforts to create an inclusive environment where every individual’s talent and potential are recognised and nurtured.
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