Ashray Akruti launches SIGNATHON 3.0 to promote sign language

Metro India News | Hyderabad : NGO Ashray Akruti launched SIGNATHON 3.0 at its E-Learning Centre in Srinagar Colony to promote Indian Sign Language (ISL), equal communication rights and accessibility for persons with hearing impairment. The press briefing and launch ceremony featured the unveiling of the event’s official running jersey and goodie bags ahead of the awareness run scheduled for October 31, 2026, at People’s Plaza, Marine Drive, Hyderabad.

The event was attended by Nitin Sharma, Senior Director of Technology and Patent Counsel at Qualcomm; Neetu Chadda, Assistant Vice President and CSR Grants Lead at State Street, Hyderabad; and D.P.K. Babu, Managing Director of Ashray Akruti. DPK Babu said SIGNATHON was more than a marathon, describing it as a movement to break communication barriers and build an inclusive society. Under the slogan “Sign. Support. Strengthen.”, the initiative aims to raise awareness about Indian Sign Language and empower people with hearing impairment to live with dignity, independence and equal opportunities.

Nitin Sharma highlighted the importance of integrating accessibility into social infrastructure and encouraged corporates, young people and citizens to participate. Neetu Chadda praised Ashray Akruti’s efforts to promote sign language education and disability inclusion, urging families, students and professionals to support the initiative.