Government buildings in India illuminated with red lights to raise awareness of dyslexia . Over 150 million Indians thought to have a learning problem, out of which 35 million are students .
New Delhi, India, October 30 : Rashtrapati Bhawan was illuminated with red lights on Sunday evening to raise awareness of dyslexia.Not only Rashtrapati Bhawan, but also Parliament, North and South Block, and India Gate, as well as many historical monuments and government buildings, all went red to promote the cause.Under the slogan Go Red, high-impact events and campaigning campaigns are held to combat stigma associated with dyslexia, eliminate bullying, and increase public awareness of the many strengths of dyslexic thinking.Dyslexia sufferers should have a say in how they are able to succeed, according to the report.
Yet, only 1 in every 20 people is identified, and their chances of dropping out of school by the eighth grade have increased by 35%.Over 150 million Indians are thought to have a particular learning problem, out of which 35 million are students.Dyslexia is one of the 21 disabilities included in the Rights of People with Disabilities Act of 2016.The New Education Policy 2020 also aims to include dyslexia in the classroom. More than 300 participants from all ages and walks of life participated in the walk.The ChangeInkk Foundation is a non-profit organization that works for Dyslexia awareness and empowerment of people with Learning Disabilities.It is actively establishing inclusive communities that support people with dyslexia.