Mysore/Mysuru, July 7 -- "I consider my disability to be my unique strength," said Padma Shri awardee Dr. Deepa Malik, India's first female Paralympic medallist, during an inspiring session at the Mysuru Literature Festival last evening.

Speaking at the last English session titled 'Unstoppable: Breaking Limits, Building Dreams, ' Dr. Malik was in conversation with Dr. Usha Hegde, city dentist and the first woman from Karnataka to summit Mount Everest.

With striking self-assurance, Dr. Malik said, "The wheelchair I sit on - I prefer to call it my 'chair of confidence.' I see it as an extension of my body. It has helped me navigate the world and lead a meaningful life."

She recalled how a simple act - venturing out in her wheelchair to b...