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Eyeway Rubaru with Chandrashekhar Shukla

Eyeway Conversations··4 May 2026·11 min

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Due to an acid attack, he lost his vision, but not his purpose. In this powerful episode of Eyeway Rubaru, Shaba Manzoor speaks with Chandrashekhar Shukla ji, a former teacher whose life changed forever after an attack took away his sight. What followed, however, is a story of extraordinary resilience. Instead of giving in to despair, he chose to dedicate his life to the education and empowerment of blind children, building a school in a rural area where awareness and access were almost non-existent. From starting with just a few children to creating a space of learning, dignity, and opportunity, his journey is a testament to courage and commitment. How Chandrashekhar ji rebuilt his life after losing his vision The journey of starting a school for blind children from scratch Challenges of running an institution with limited financial resources The importance of awareness and education in rural communities  How resilience and purpose can transform personal tragedy into impact Eyeway Rubaru brings real stories of people with Late Blindness, highlighting their journeys of resilience, independence, and empowerment. Powered by Score Foundation, it aims to foster inclusion through meaningful conversations. Eyeway Helpline: 8800 00 4334www.scorefoundation.org.in What You’ll LearnAbout Eyeway Rubaru