His dream to become a doctor was shattered when he lost his eyesight. But for Dr. Parameshwara, he had lost only his ‘sight’ not ‘vision’. Setting an example of iron determination, he rose like a phoenix from ashes and went on to become the first blind doctor of India in 1977. Recognizing his contributions and outstanding performance, he was awarded by Hon’ble Past President of India, Shri Gyani Zail Singh in 1984. Dr. Y.

G. Parameshwara was born at Yallambelase in Kadur taluk of Chikkamagaluru district. When he was pursuing the final year of MBBS in Karnataka University, misfortunate struck and he lost his eyesight due to retinal hemorrhage. This turn of fate left him deeply discouraged and he discontinued his studies for some time. However, it was not in his nature to accept defeat. He regained his lost confidence and determined to complete his medical degree despite his lost…