From Roots of Resilience to Wings of Inclusion | Sai Kaustuv Dashgupta | TEDxIIMBangalore
In this powerful TEDx talk, Dr. Sai Kaustuv Dashgupta takes us on an unforgettable journey of resilience, purpose, and transformation. Born in a small corner of India, he shares how he rose above society’s judgment and daily struggles of wheelchair confinement to discover his inner wings. This talk is an invitation to reimagine adversity - not as a limitation, but as a launchpad. With poignant reflections on suffering, strength, and self-belief, Sai encourages viewers to ground themselves in purpose, reminding us that the sky has no limit when roots and wings work together. Dr. Sai Kaustuv Dashgupta, fondly called the “Wheelchair Warrior of India,” is a global changemaker and India’s first disabled Certified Happiness Coach. Despite living with a rare brittle bone disease that left him 90% disabled, Dr. Sai has turned his challenges into a mission to inspire resilience, accessibility, and inclusion.
Honored with the National Award for Individual Excellence and featured on the D-30 Disability Impact List, he champions DEI, mental wellness, and disability leadership across 15+ countries. At TEDx IIM Bangalore, Dr. Sai will share how embracing adversity and fostering happiness can create inclusive communities. Through his powerful storytelling and actionable insights, he inspires millions to challenge perceptions and embrace change. Dr. Sai redefines what’s possible through the power of willpower, inspiring others to embrace their potential and build an inclusive, compassionate world. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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