The Persistent Reformer

Watch this film to hear from Diethono Nakhro, former State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Nagaland, who shares candidly about the realities of disability in a state with tough terrain and limited resources. From lack of awareness to everyday barriers, she highlights why inclusion cannot wait. Challenging deep-rooted prejudice and inaccessibility, she shows why awareness is not just important, it is transformative.

You can navigate to the specific topics using the following chapters:
00:00 – Ritika Sahni’s introduction to the film
00:37 – Diethono on disability awareness
02:38 – Could you tell us about some of the initiatives that you took up for disability awareness during your tenure and the challenges you faced?
06:15 – What is the language landscape like in Nagaland?
07:41 – What led you to disability activism?
11:55 – What areas do you think, in the disability space, need more focus?
15:01 – How did your perspective on disability and leadership change when you took on the role of Disability Commissioner?