Dhaka, Dec. 3 -- A country's path to real progress isn't defined by skylines, highways, or GDP curves.

It's defined by whether every citizen, including persons with disabilities, can walk through life with dignity, support, and opportunity.

On the 34th International Day of Persons with Disabilities and the 27th National Day on Disabilities, we're reminded that inclusion isn't a favour-it's a measure of our humanity.

This year's UN theme, Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress, captures a truth we often overlook.

National development loses meaning when it leaves out millions of people who have the talent, creativity, and determination to contribute but are held back by systemic barriers.

When persons wi...