Bihar girl born without hands writes with her feet and aims to become a teacher
Thirteen-year-old Lakshmi, who was born without hands, uses her feet to open her school bag, turn pages and write, while studying in Class 4 in Bihar.
Lakshmi, a 13-year-old girl from Bihar who was born without both hands, has adapted to school life by using her feet for every routine task, from opening her bag to writing notes. Footage circulating online captures her carefully extracting books, turning pages and composing sentences with her toes while attending a government school in Class 4. Her perseverance has drawn public admiration and sparked discussion about the inclusion of disabled students in Indian classrooms.
Lakshmi says her ultimate goal is to become a teacher, hoping to help other children learn. Advocates argue her story underscores the need for schools to provide appropriate support and resources for students with physical challenges. She continues her studies, moving step by step toward her teaching ambition.
Why it matters
The story highlights the challenges disabled children face in accessing education and the importance of inclusive schooling.
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