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Prosthetic Leg No Barrier: Woman's Inspiring Journeys
20 Oct
Summary
- Lost a leg in a 2021 accident, now travels solo with a prosthetic.
- Faced discrimination at a temple for wearing shorts, deemed 'bad karma'.
- Trekker who conquered Kedarnath and Amarnath with a prosthetic leg.
Nehaa Bhatt, who is 80 percent disabled, is an inspiration for overcoming adversity after losing a leg in a November 2021 road accident. Initially a schoolteacher in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, her life changed when a bus she was traveling on collided with a truck, leading to the amputation of her left leg.
Her path to recovery involved rebuilding her career and independence. She faced discrimination, notably in August 2026 at a temple in Jamnagar, where she was asked to leave the courtyard for wearing shorts, a choice she found practical for managing her prosthetic leg. She also alleged hurtful remarks linking her disability to 'bad karma'.
Bhatt took steps towards rebuilding her life by establishing a tea stall near Ahmedabad's Sabarmati Riverfront, humorously named Ampu-Tea. Despite the stall's eventual dismantling, she continued to explore, embarking on significant journeys. In September 2026, she completed the Kedarnath trek for the second time, and in July 2026, she undertook the Amarnath Yatra, navigating challenging terrains with her prosthetic leg and walking aids.
These expeditions showcase her determination, proving that disability need not define one's ambitions. Her journey is about regaining freedom and pursuing goals, as seen also in October 2026 when videos of her performing Garba with her prosthetic leg gained attention online. The name Ampu-Tea now symbolizes her transformation and newfound independence.
