Hyderabad: Happy Wheels initiative was launched in Hyderabad on May 6 with the donation of an 18-seater vehicle to support safe transport for special children, officials said.
DEEP Trust, a non-profit organisation working in preventive healthcare and education, rolled out the programme at Mahendra Hills. The initiative aims to improve access to schooling and therapy for children with developmental disabilities. As part of the launch, the organisation handed over a TATA Winger vehicle to Sri Vidhyas Centre for Special Children.
The vehicle was sponsored by Octave India under its corporate social responsibility programme. Representatives of the company and the trust formally handed over the keys in the presence of parents, students, and staff. Officials said the support would help address long-standing transport challenges faced by the institution.
Sri Vidhyas Centre has been serving children with intellectual and developmental disabilities for 27 years. The centre currently supports 150 children and provides services free of cost. However, limited transport options had affected regular attendance for several students.
Happy Wheels initiative improves access to education
The Happy Wheels initiative is designed to bridge gaps in accessibility and inclusion. Officials said the new vehicle will ensure safe and reliable daily transport between home and school. As a result, students are expected to benefit from better attendance and continuity in education and therapy.
Organisers also noted that improved mobility would increase participation in extracurricular and social activities. In addition, the initiative aims to reduce the burden on families and caregivers who struggled with transport arrangements.
Speaking at the event, representatives from Octave India said access remains central to inclusion. They stated that the initiative would create long-term impact for children and their families. Similarly, DEEP Trust highlighted that removing basic barriers can improve confidence and independence among children.
The organisation also called on corporates and individuals to support similar efforts. It said many children across the country still face barriers due to lack of transport and accessible infrastructure.
