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The conversation opened up to the room during the panel Q&A at #Mannifest. Moderated by Aradhana Lal, with insights from Vivek Venkatachalam, Robin Chhabra, and Raj Mariwala, the discussion explored what it truly takes to move from inclusion to equity. #Mannifest2026 #Inclusion

Ketan Kothari from XRCVC – Xavier’s Resource Centre for the Visually Challenged invited participants to pause and see the world through a different lens. It was a powerful reminder that accessibility is not just about infrastructure, it begins with perspective. #Mannifest2026

A sneak peek from the research presentation at #Mannifest2026 by Willing Observers and Diversity Simplified: Supportive workplaces help graduates feel more confident, independent, and socially connected. More detailed insights coming soon.

A thought to begin the day at #Mannifest2026 “When you change the way you see things, the things you see change.” - Sudhir Shenoy Sometimes inclusion begins with something as simple, and as difficult, as changing perspective. #Inclusion

It’s Mannifest day! 🥳 We are all ready and absolutely excited to see you all here! 🌻 #mannifest2026 #Inclusion

30+ years advancing disability inclusion — across education, tech, and policy. Ketan Kothari’s work has shaped systems, shifted mindsets, and strengthened access with dignity. #Inclusion #Accessibility #DisabilityRights #Mannifest2026

Meet Huafrid - world-first swims, Ironman podiums, International titles. But more than records, he speaks about the intersection of sport, disability & mental health. At Mannifest 2026, this is impact in motion. #Mannifest2026 #Inclusion #ParaSport

30+ years. One clear belief: dignity, not sympathy. Meenakshi Balasubramanian’s work in disability inclusion — from the Spastics Society of India to founding MBA Foundation — continues to redefine quality and access. #Inclusion #DisabilityRights #Leadership

Opportunity doesn’t design itself - systems do. At #Mannifest2026, Dr. Naima will speak on building disability-inclusive systems where skilling leads to real employment and inclusion is embedded, not added on. From intent to impact. #DisabilityInclusion #InclusionMatters

Inclusion isn’t an add-on. It’s infrastructure. Raj Mariwala brings systems thinking and care to #Mannifest2026.

Spaces shape how we feel. How we feel shapes how we work. @DextrusOfficial founder Robin Chhabra believes design can create belonging — and he's bringing that thinking to #Mannifest2026

Strong organisations aren’t built in a rush. Vivek Venkatachalam brings a steady, long-term lens on leadership, resilience, and building workplaces that endure - and include. @raychemrpgco #Mannifest2026

Before inclusion had hashtags, @AradhanaLal was building it. Two decades. Real systems. Real belonging. At #Mannifest2026, she keeps the conversation practical — and real. @LemonTreeHotels

We’re excited to have Divyanshu Ganatra, the Founder of #ABBF, hosting #Mannifest2026. He challenges barriers every day - turning inclusion from a slogan into a lived reality. On 25th Feb, expect honest conversations on courage, discomfort & belonging.

From global boardrooms to grassroots inclusion. Sudhir Shenoy now focuses on disability inclusion through #AbleTogether #ABBF, #SVPIndia, and #Karmann - his brainchild proving inclusive employment works. Leadership, redirected towards purpose. #Mannifest2026

This isn’t sponsorship. This is shared commitment. Grateful to build this together. #DisabilityInclusion #CelebratingAbilities #EmpoweringAbilities 2/2

Mannifest 2026 is powered by partners who went beyond funding - shaping conversations, bringing research, holding space, designing thoughtfully, and making inclusion real. #disabilityInclusion #CelebratingAbilities #EmpoweringAbilities @AradhanaLal @LemonTreeHotels 1/2

Meet Lucy Arciniega - Co-founder, Willing Observers. Anthropologist. Observer of real workplaces. Not the polished version — the real one. At #Mannifest2026, she co-presents a research session unpacking what actually helps organisations hire, retain & support Mann graduates.

Meet Tina Vinod, Founder, Diversity Simplified. 26 years in inclusion. Zero patience for box-ticking. At #Mannifest2026, she co-presents a research session with Lucy from Willing Observers - bringing data, clarity, and straight talk on what actually helps organisations hire PwD.

A reset through rhythm, movement & shared presence. Because inclusion isn’t just implemented — it’s embodied. #DisabilityInclusion #Belonging #InclusiveLeadership 2/2

Meet Dr Gitanjali Govindrajan - Founder, Snehadhara Foundation. At #Mannifest2026, she isn’t performing. She’s helping us experience what inclusion feels like. After policy. After panels. 1/2