India, Oct. 30 -- Earlier this month, thousands of disabled persons, caregivers, artistes, government representatives, and allies gathered in Goa for Purple Fest 2025-a landmark celebration of inclusion, accessibility, and rights. Organised by the Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Goa, in partnership with the department of social welfare, Purple Fest has emerged as one of India's most significant platforms for advancing disability rights and visibility.

As founder of QAble,a collective of queer persons with disabilities, I was proud to host our stall: "Pride and Access." We didn't come with big banners or loud slogans-just some posters, a quiz, and a badge that quietly said what we believe: we are queer and ...