Mysuru: Devdan Foundation Learning Centre in association with PADHA Trust, as part of World Autism Awareness Day, has organised ‘Walk of Hope’ in city on Apr. 27.

The 3-km walk will be flagged off in front of Kote Anjaneyaswamy Temple at 6 am and will culminate at Oval Grounds.

Addressing a press meet at Pathrakarthara Bhavan in city, Kotera Devaiah, Director of Devdan Foundation, said: “This isn’t just a walk. It’s a movement. We walk for the children still waiting to be understood. We walk for the parents seeking help, support and hope. We walk to challenge stigma, break the silence and celebrate the strength and uniqueness of every autistic individual. We invite leaders of institutions, professionals, corporates, entrepreneurs, bankers, industrialists, students and citizens to join us. All participants will receive a ‘Certificate of Autism Acceptance’ — a symbol of commitment toward making Mysuru the first certified city for compassion towards Autism.”

Dhanya Ponnamma Ballachanda, Chairperson of Devdan Foundation, said: “Autism is not an illness. It’s a different way of thinking, feeling, and experiencing the world. It’s not something to be fixed — it’s something to be understood and embraced. Walk with us  for acceptance, for dignity, for hope.”

Sangeetha, Secretary of PADHA Trust was present at the press meet.

For registration, contact Mob: 99002-81275 or 89040-03900.