In this deeply inspiring TEDx Talk, Ms. Sandhya Dhar, Nari Shakti Puruskar Awardee (2020) and Founder of JIGER Institute, shares her extraordinary journey of resilience, purpose, and empowerment.Born with cerebral palsy, Sandhya faced challenges that could have easily limited her dreams but she chose to redefine possibility instead.With unyielding determination, she earned multiple degrees including an MBA, became a government officer, and went on to create JIGER — an institute that has transformed the lives of over 400 specially-abled children by providing them with inclusive education, skill training, and most importantly, dignity.A national boccia medalist and a fearless advocate for disability rights, Sandhya’s story is not just about overcoming obstacles; it’s about reimagining ability, challenging perceptions, and proving that the human spirit knows no bounds.Her talk at TEDxGMC Doda, under the theme “The Art of Possibility”, stands as a beacon of hope and empowerment reminding us that true strength lies not in perfection, but in perseverance.Speaker: Ms. Sandhya Dhar, Nari Shakti Puruskar Awardee Event: TEDxGMCDoda 2025 - The Art of Possibility Venue: Government Medical College, Doda - #DisabilityIsNotInability #Inclusion #WomenEmpowerment #StrengthWithin #InspiringWoman Sandhya Dhar, recipient of the Nari Shakti Puraskar 2020 and founder of JIGER (Jammu Institute of General Education and Rehabilitation), is a remarkable example of The Art of Possibility in action. Diagnosed with cerebral palsy at a young age, she defied the odds to earn multiple degrees, including an MBA, and now serves in the J&K government. Through JIGER, she has transformed the lives of over 400 specially-abled children, offering them inclusive education, skill training, and dignity. A national boccia medalist and fierce advocate for disability rights, Sandhya's story is not just one of resilience-it's a call to reimagine what's possible. Her journey will move you, challenge your perspectives, and inspire vou to believe that limitations exist onlv until we choose to rise beyond them. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx