Born into a modest family in Gujarat, Pranav Desai Ji was affected by polio from an early age
Born into a modest family in Gujarat, Pranav Desai Ji was affected by polio from an early age. One can only imagine the challenges faced by the specially-abled individuals in India half a century ago. However, Pranav ji never sought pity or sympathy due to his condition. Instead, he was determined to achieve everything that anyone else could. Through sheer perseverance, he completed his education, worked in Mumbai and Delhi, and eventually made his way to the United States 25 years ago.
During his early years, obtaining leg calipers for his polio-affected legs was an immense challenge. His devoted mother made the selfless decision to sell her jewelry to purchase these calipers, which proved to be life-changing, enabling him to stand and walk.
After overcoming numerous obstacles, he established himself in Los Angeles, where he has since become a prominent business leader. Currently, he serves as the Vice President of NTT DATA and heads their sales operations across the United States.
Despite having the opportunity to live a comfortable life in America, Pranav ji chose a different path. Determined to prevent others from facing the same challenges he encountered, he founded the Voice of Specially Abled People (VOSAP). Under his leadership, VOSAP has grown into a globally recognized organization. In a remarkable turn of events, the same person who once struggled to afford calipers has now helped empower 30,000 differently-abled individuals in India by providing them with essential equipment and implementing various beneficial programs.
Recently in New Delhi, he had a significant meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, presenting a comprehensive roadmap for the integration of differently-abled people in India's vision for 2047. This blueprint will shape policies and opportunities for the differently-abled community over the next quarter century. The vision aims to move beyond sympathy, projecting that differently-abled individuals will contribute one trillion dollars to India's economy by 2047.
The Kalyanam Karoti organization has been fortunate to collaborate with VOSAP for the past two years at the Shri Deenn Bandhu Eye Hospital in Ayodhya. Through this partnership, they have helped restore vision to nearly 4,000 underprivileged patients together. Pranav ji personally visited from January 10-12 of 2025, to review their collaborative efforts and provide encouragement to the team.
His life stands as an inspiration, particularly for differently-abled individuals who may have lost hope. It underscores our collective responsibility to work together toward creating an India where, by 2047, disability is viewed not as a limitation but as an opportunity for unique contributions to society.
We extend our warmest wishes to Pranav Desai ji. May he continue to be blessed with good health, longevity, and the strength to pursue his noble mission of service to humanity.