Signathon to Promote Indian Sign Language
Signathon 3.0 will bring together around 2,500 participants at People’s Plaza on October 31 to promote inclusion and equal communication rights for people with hearing impairment.
Around 2,500 people, including 200 with hearing and speech impairments, will promote Indian Sign Language (ISL) and equal communication rights during ‘Signathon 3.0’ at People’s Plaza on October 31.
Ashray Akruti, the organiser, unveiled the jersey and goodie bags on Wednesday. Under the slogan ‘Sign. Support. Strengthen’, the initiative aims to spread awareness of ISL and empower persons with hearing impairment to lead dignified, self‑reliant lives.
The first edition drew about 1,000 participants, while 1,500 joined the second. This year, participants aged 18 to over 60, including corporate employees, are expected to take part.
Organiser Samuel Sudhakar said many people were still unaware of ISL. “Through Signathon, we are trying to create awareness and encourage society to include persons with hearing impairment. The aim is to spread the message of inclusion and equal communication rights,” he said.
Ashray Akruti managing director D.P.K. Babu said the event was more than a marathon and sought to promote an inclusive society. Qualcomm senior director Nitin Sharma added that inclusion and accessibility must be integrated into social infrastructure, and supporting such initiatives aligned with technology‑driven equity.