Braving aquaphobia, this MP woman emerges as para-kayaking champion
The Times of India Hyderabad|November 13, 2022
Paralysed from waist-down, Pooja Ojha was terrified of going anywhere near water. Today, she isa world silver medalist in para-kayaking and has been selected for a national award by the ministry of socialjustice and empowerment.
Ramendra.Singh @timesgroup.com
Braving aquaphobia, this MP woman emerges as para-kayaking champion

“I can’t express my happiness at being chosen for the national award for empowerment of persons with disabilities for 2021. I come from a place where girls are still struggling to step out of home to go to school,” said Pooja, the only graduate in her family. Her father is a daily wager.

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