Handless artist inspires disabled in Sikkim

Jul 13, 6:34 pm

Gangtok, July 13 (ANI): Ten- year old differently abled painter, Bikram Bhattarai, has become an inspiration to many due to his sheer grit and steely resolve.

A winner of the National Award for Exceptional Achievement, Bhattarai recently won a national level painting competition in Kolkata.

He was born without hands, but learned to paint, eat and write using his feet. e has keen interest in maths and physical science, and aims to become a doctor. (ANI)

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