Kolkata Honors 200 Years of Braille with Celebratory Events for the Visually Impaired

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Kolkata celebrated **World Braille Day** on January 4, marking **200 years of Braille**, the reading script for the visually impaired.
The event featured an **All-Bengal Chess Competition** for visually impaired participants in collaboration with various local organizations.
Another highlight was the **Art of Patterns competition**, where children identified fruits and vegetables through touch, promoting sensory engagement.
Professor Devkumar Dandapat delivered a talk on the **Relevance of Braille in the 21st Century**, emphasizing its ongoing importance.
KCC Chairperson **Richa Agarwal** expressed commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity, showcasing a **Braille Library** and other programs supporting marginalized individuals.

For more details, visit the original article at Times of India.