Life threw its hardest challenge at Vishakha Parashar, but she chose courage over despair. Once an active school athlete, Vishakha’s world changed forever after a tragic accident left her spine fractured and her lower body paralyzed. Doctors said she would never stand again — but she decided to rise in her own way.
For eight long years, Vishakha lay confined to her bed, fighting pain, isolation, and self-doubt. But with relentless physiotherapy, mental strength, and an unbreakable will, she began to rebuild her life — not just to walk, but to conquer.
From Bedridden to Blade Master
Her turning point came when she met a coach who introduced her to wheelchair fencing. At first, everyone wondered — how could sword fighting be possible from a wheelchair? Vishakha answered that question with victories. She began competing in state tournaments, winning medals and hearts alike. Soon, she rose to the national level, becoming a National Champion, and a shining symbol of resilience.
“Weakness of the Body Never Defeats a Strong Mind”
Vishakha believes that physical disability is never a limitation — losing hope is. “It’s not the weakness of the body that stops you, it’s the weakness of the mind,” she says. Today, she travels to schools and colleges, motivating thousands of students to face their battles fearlessly.
Dreaming of the Paralympics
Recognized by the Madhya Pradesh Government and winner of multiple national awards, Vishakha now trains tirelessly to represent India at the Paralympic Games. Her story is a powerful reminder that real strength doesn’t come from muscles — it comes from the mind and spirit.
“Boundaries Exist Only in the Mind”
The accident may have broken her spine, but it couldn’t break her will. Vishakha Parashar has proven that true victory is not of the body, but of the soul. Her journey stands as a beacon of hope for anyone who has ever been told, “You can’t.”
