Athira Sugathan   

I am a dental graduate (BDS), civil-services achiever, disability inclusion advocate and mentor. After sustaining a spinal cord injury in 2016, I continued pursuing my ambitions and secured All India Rank 483 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025. Through the Chitrashalabham Project, I have mentored more than 100 persons with disabilities preparing for competitive examinations, with mentees succeeding in UPSC, railway, KAS and state-level examinations. I also contribute to disability support initiatives at KPA Trust and educational accessibility through IndiaFirst Channel. As a Miss Wheelchair India 2020 finalist, I promote confidence, representation and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities.