Mr. P. Suresh Kumar, Founder of Ashraya Zilla Vikalangula Samakya (AZVS), is a passionate leader dedicated to the empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). His journey reflects resilience, determination, and a deep commitment to social change.
After completing his schooling in 2008, Suresh faced financial hardships and had to take a two-year break before pursuing higher education. During this period, he worked as an office boy to support his family. With perseverance, he resumed his studies and went on to completed MBA.
While pursuing his MBA, Suresh actively engaged with disability groups, rights-based movements, and advocacy meetings. He frequently visited government departments in Kakinada to raise issues concerning the rights and welfare of PwDs. His natural leadership qualities soon made him a representative voice in the community.
In 2014, realizing the challenges faced by PwDs and inspired by his own personal experiences, he registered the group as a society and began focusing on Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR). Under his leadership, AZVS promoted the formation of disability groups at the village, panchayat, mandal, and district levels, creating strong community platforms.
Expanded to reach 30,000+ PwDs and families.
Built strong grassroots CBR groups for collective empowerment.
Represented the voices of PwDs at state and national platforms.
Promoted shadow employment, job carving, and inclusive entrepreneurship.
Through his vision, dedication, and inclusive leadership, Mr. Suresh Kumar has transformed AZVS into a movement of empowerment, dignity, and opportunity for thousands of Persons with Disabilities across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.
