Amit Singh Negi
Founder & Managing Trustee, DDG
Leading a movement to bridge the digital divide for the visually impaired community across India through empathy and technical innovation.
Early Life
Amit was born and raised in a small village in the hills of Uttarakhand. He grew up in a modest farming family, where resources were scarce and every rupee mattered. From an early age, he showed curiosity and determination, helping his family and studying by kerosene lamp.
Despite the hardships of rural life and limited schooling, Amit’s parents stressed the value of education and hard work. In the local village school, he always strived to excel – even though books and stationery were hard to come by. Those humble beginnings instilled in him resilience and empathy; he understood firsthand how poverty and disability can create barriers to opportunity.
The Turning Point (2011)
In 2011, Amit’s life changed dramatically. A roadside accident caused him to lose his eyesight completely. Suddenly thrust into darkness, he faced deep shock, grief, and frustration. In the hospital and at home, Amit wrestled with despair, asking how he would ever read, learn, or care for himself again.
But over time his natural determination kicked in. Refusing to give up, Amit resolved to relearn the world through sound and touch. He immersed himself in audio books and Braille for hours each day, channeling his curiosity into new skills. “I resolved to view disability as a new path rather than an end.”
Education and Growth
After adapting to blindness, Amit re-entered school with renewed purpose. He completed his higher secondary education with excellent grades (over 80%) and earned a college degree, proving that vision loss would not limit his potential. Amit then undertook specialized training in computer education and teaching, determined to turn technology into his strength.
Vision Behind DDG
During the COVID-19 lockdown of 2020, Amit saw both a crisis and an opportunity. He recognized that many disabled youths were isolated at home, unable to reach normal schools or training centers. Drawing on his own journey, he decided to create a virtual “Gurukul” for the visually impaired.
Amit formally launched the ICT training project DevBhoomi Divyangjan Gurukul in mid-2020. Amit envisioned a curriculum combining computer literacy, spoken English, artificial intelligence basics, and personality development – all taught remotely with free access.
Current Impact
Under Amit’s leadership, DDG has reached thousands of students across multiple Indian states. The online classes cover everything from basic PC operations and internet skills to advanced topics like AI and robotics, all using accessible formats. Specialized instructors (many of whom are themselves differently-abled) conduct live sessions and provide one-on-one support.
Awards & Recognition
Recognized by the state government for innovative training programs for the blind.
Presented for significant humanitarian impact and community service.
"When people with disabilities are equipped with the tools they need, they don’t just change their own lives—they transform the world around them."