Celebrating Freedom on International Wheelchair Day
On International Wheelchair Day, our Treasurer, Sanjeev Agnihotri, shares a deeply personal reflection on what his wheelchair truly means to him.
For Sanjeev, his wheelchair is not a symbol of limitation — it is a symbol of liberation. It represents movement, independence, dignity, and the ability to fully participate in life. It has supported him through personal milestones, professional achievements, social contributions, and advocacy efforts.
In his words, the wheelchair has “carried me when my body couldn’t” and given him the courage to step forward, speak up, and stand tall — even while seated. Where others may see restriction, he sees possibility, strength, and partnership.
This heartfelt tribute reminds us that assistive devices are not constraints — they are enablers of opportunity and inclusion. However, true freedom goes beyond mobility. It requires a world designed with accessibility at its core.
As we reflect on this powerful message, we are reminded that accessibility and inclusion are not optional — they are essential.
#AccessibilityMatters #DisabilityInclusion #InternationalWheelchairDay
Today, I Don’t Just Celebrate a Device — I Celebrate My Legs
By Sanjeev Agnihotri, Treasurer
Today, I don’t just celebrate a device.
I celebrate my legs.
My wheelchair is not something I am bound to.
It is what sets me free.
It is my movement.
My independence.
My dignity.
In a world still learning the meaning of accessibility,
it was my very first step forward.
Everything I am today — everything I have achieved personally, socially, professionally, and through my advocacy — has been shaped, supported, and strengthened by this remarkable companion.
It carried me when my body could not.
It held steady when life felt heavy.
It gave me the courage to step out, speak up, and stand tall… even while sitting.
Where many see limitation, I see possibility.
Where some see weakness, I see strength.
I see a partner beside me in every challenge, every dream, every milestone.
This is not just a wheelchair.
This is my freedom.
This is my identity.
This is my first love.
Love you always, my WheelyChairy ❤️
A wheelchair creates movement — but true freedom begins when the world chooses to be #accessible.
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