Let's accept autism walk in Mysuru on Sunday
Mysuru: In observance of
World Autism Awareness Day
, the
Devdan Foundation Learning Centre
, in collaboration with PADHA Trust, is organising 'Let's Accept Autism – Walk of Hope:
Autism Acceptance
Walk' on April 27 in Mysuru.
The 3-kilometre walk will commence at 6.30am from the North Gate of Mysore Palace (Kote Anjaneya Swamy Temple premises) and culminate at the UoM Athletic Ground (Oval Ground). In India, for every 48 children, 1 child is diagnosed with autism.
Speaking to reporters, Kotera Devaiah, director of Devdan Foundation Learning Centre, said, "This isn't just a walk. It's a movement. We walk for the children still waiting to be understood. We walk for the parents seeking help, support, and hope. We walk to challenge stigma, break the silence, and celebrate the strength and uniqueness of every autistic individual. We invite leaders of institutions, professionals, corporates, entrepreneurs, bankers, industrialists, students, and citizens to join us and show that Mysuru stands for acceptance. All participants will receive a 'Certificate of Autism Acceptance'—a symbol of commitment towards making Mysuru the first certified city for compassion towards autism." Apart from providing education to these children, the centre also provided job opportunities to many people with autism.
Dhanya Ponnamma Ballachanda, chairperson, Devdan Foundation Learning Centre, said, "Autism is not an illness. It's a different way of thinking, feeling, and experiencing the world. It's not something to be fixed—it's something to be understood and embraced. And yet, many remain undiagnosed, families remain unsupported, and stigma continues to isolate those who deserve nothing but acceptance. Join Mysuru's first-ever Autism Awareness Walkathon to raise awareness about autism, promote early diagnosis and compassionate support, share practical insights on nutrition and behavioural wellness, spread a message of inclusion, love, and community. Your presence matters. Walk with us — for acceptance, for dignity, for hope."
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Sangeetha, secretary of PADHA, said, "Twenty years back, for every 10,000 children, one child was diagnosed with autism, but now, for every 48 children, one child is diagnosed with autism. Hence, awareness of autism is very important." For participants, the dress code is blue.
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