Achievements & Recognition

For more than thirty years, Shubham Viklang Vikas Sansthan has been a symbol of commitment, compassion, and empowerment for persons with disabilities in Bihar and beyond.
From our humble beginnings in 1993 with just 22 beneficiaries, we have grown into a trusted institution that has touched the lives of over 27,000 individuals — transforming education, accessibility, and inclusion across communities.

Our work has been recognized by government bodies, universities, media houses, and national organizations for its innovation, dedication, and measurable social impact.

Institutional Milestones

  • 📘 First Braille Press in Bihar (2017): Established under Shubham, producing over 64 lakh Braille pages and 172 textbook titles for visually impaired students.

  • 🎓 Accessible Book Production Project: Recognized globally when our documentary was showcased at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) General Assembly (Geneva, 2015).

  • 🤝 MoU with BRABU (2024): Partnership to promote accessible education for university students with disabilities.

  • 💻 Digital Inclusion: Introduced computer literacy programs for the visually and hearing impaired in 2013, empowering youth with modern digital skills.

  • 🧠 Professional Training Centre: Certified by the National Institute for the Visually Handicapped (NIVH), Dehradun) for teacher and parent training courses.

  • 🩺 Rehabilitation Services: Established Physiotherapy and Deaf Service Centres providing speech, mobility, and early intervention support to hundreds of beneficiaries.

Each of these milestones stands as a testament to Shubham’s long-term vision — empowerment through education and accessibility.

Awards & Honours

    • 🏆 Brajkishore Samman for Social Work (2025): Awarded to Dr. Sangeeta Agrawal, General Secretary, for outstanding service in the field of disability empowerment.

    • 🏆 Inclusion in State & National Committees:

      • Member, State Coordination Committee for Disabilities, Bihar.

      • Member, District Disability Rehabilitation Centre (DDRC), Muzaffarpur.

      • Chairperson, Cricket Association for the Blind in Bihar (CABB).

      • Chairperson, Football Association for the Blind in Bihar (FAB).

      • Member, District Social Audit Committee on Disability.

      • Member, Loan Sanctioning Committee for Disabled Persons, Bihar.

    These roles reinforce our organization’s position as a key voice in shaping disability inclusion policy and practice.

Alumni Success Stories

Our greatest achievements are the stories of our students — the young men and women who overcame challenges to become self-reliant and successful.

Some Inspiring Examples:

  • Om Prakash – First visually impaired student from Shubham to become a Government Primary School Teacher.

  • Kailash Bhagat – Officer, Punjab National Bank.

  • Ramesh Kumar – Legal Officer, Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

  • Sunaina Kumari – Probationary Officer, Canara Bank.

  • Dharma Veer Kumar, Bajrangi Kumar, Lalan Manjhi, Rajugovt – Employed across government and corporate sectors.

Many others have established their own enterprises, proving that education and opportunity can unlock boundless potential.

Sports Achievements

Shubham’s students have made Bihar proud through exceptional performances in sports.

Highlights:

  • Blind Cricket: Players represented Bihar in national tournaments, including the Nagesh Trophy (2024).

  • Women’s Blind Cricket Team: Formed under Shubham’s guidance — participated in their first-ever national event in Kochi, Kerala (2024).

  • Athletics: Students won multiple medals in state and interstate athletic meets for the visually impaired.

  • Inclusive Matches: Organized friendly matches between differently-abled and general students, supported by the Mahila Imdad Committee, Raj Bhavan Patna.

Through sports, our students have proven that determination knows no disability.

Media Coverage & Public Recognition

Our organization and its leaders have been featured widely for their impactful work:

  • Doordarshan News (DD News) featured Dr. Sangeeta Agrawal in “Good News India” for her contributions to disability empowerment.

  • Coverage by Bihar Story, Koshiki Aas News, and other media outlets for innovation in inclusive education.

  • Active on social media (Facebook, YouTube, Twitter) to share updates, awareness campaigns, and success stories.

Media visibility has helped Shubham amplify its advocacy for accessibility and inclusion across India.

Words of Appreciation

Our work has earned praise and encouragement from distinguished guests, including:

  • Prof. Dinesh Chandra Rai, Vice-Chancellor, BRABU

  • Dr. Raj Bhushan Chowdhary, MP & Minister of Water Resources

  • Prof. Poonam Chowdhary, Raj Bhavan Patna

  • Representatives from Lions Club Central & State Bank of India

Their visits and words of support inspire us to continue our mission with greater commitment.