Disable Welfare Trust of India

Warrior on Wheels

Wheelchair to Padma Shri – The inspiring journey of Padmashri Dr. Kanubhai Tailor, Founder President, Disable Welfare Trust of India.

Founded by Padmashri Dr. Kanubhai Tailor — a pioneer who turned his own disability into a mission to transform millions of lives across India.

40,520+
Lives Transformed
50+
Years of Service
16
Free Departments
3
Colleges
Padmashri Dr. Kanubhai Tailor
Padmashri
Awardee 2011
Our Founder

Padmashri Dr. Kanubhai Tailor

Founder President, Padmashri Awardee 2011

Born with physical disability, Dr. Kanubhai Tailor refused to accept limitations. He founded the Disable Welfare Trust of India in Surat, Gujarat, turning personal adversity into a national movement for disability rights and empowerment.

Honored with the Padmashri by the Government of India, he has dedicated his life to providing free education, rehabilitation, vocational training, and advocacy for lakhs of differently abled individuals across the country.

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What Drives Us

Our Mission & Vision

Our Mission

To educate, train, rehabilitate and empower persons with disabilities to lead dignified, self-reliant and fulfilling lives.

Our Vision

A world where disability is no barrier to achievement, and every Divyang person receives equal opportunity and care.

Our Infrastructure

Campus Highlights

State-of-the-art facilities designed for accessibility and empowerment.

Special Primary, Secondary & Higher Secondary Schools

Recognised by Education & Social Defence Departments, Govt. of Gujarat

ITI for Disabled

Government recognised vocational training

Training Centre for Disabled

Skill development centre

Hostel for Disabled Boys & Girls

Safe accommodation for students

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24 Apr 2026

40,520 Lives Transformed – DWTI Statistical Journey

A look at the numbers behind the Disable Welfare Trust of India 50-year journey of serving persons w...

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Warrior on Wheels – The Story of Padmashri Dr. Kanubhai Tailor
21 Apr 2026

Warrior on Wheels – The Story of Padmashri Dr. Kanubhai Tailor

From a polio-affected child in poverty-stricken Surat to receiving the Padmashri Award – the extraor...

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Moments We Treasure

Our Gallery

Witness the incredible journeys, celebrations, and milestones of our beneficiaries through our photo gallery.

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Your contribution directly transforms lives. 100% of donations go towards free services for differently abled individuals. 80G tax exemption available.