Anchal Bhatheja, a visually impaired advocate, made a ground-breaking appearance before the Supreme Court on June 6, 2025 — the first instance of a blind woman-lawyer appearing in India’s highest court

Born with low vision and later losing her eyesight due to retinopathy, Anchal successfully argued her case, overcoming both disability and systemic hurdles

This milestone highlights increasing representation and inclusivity for persons with disabilities within India’s legal system — a powerful example of perseverance and legal empowerment.

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