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Disability No Barrier: Teen Aces IIT Madras Data Science Program
3 Sep
Summary
- A 17-year-old with 90% spinal muscular disability secured IIT Madras admission.
- He will pursue a Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Applications.
- An NGO and IIT Madras' initiative will support his educational journey.
J Santhosh, a 17-year-old with significant physical challenges including 90% spinal muscular disability and cerebral palsy, has achieved a remarkable feat by securing admission to the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras. He will be joining the four-year Bachelor of Science (BS) programme in Data Science and Applications.
Santhosh discovered this opportunity through the NGO TN Volunteers and opted for a program that allows for substantial remote study. His educational journey will be supported by the 'IIT-M for All' initiative, which ensures in-person assistance, including AI training, while TN Volunteers will sponsor his first year's tuition fees.
Having successfully cleared the qualifiers on his second attempt, Santhosh stands out as the sole student from his class to gain admission to this prestigious IIT Madras program. This accomplishment highlights his perseverance and the supportive ecosystem available through such inclusive educational initiatives.
