Muscat – At just seven years, Amaan Ahmed, a visually impaired student of Indian School Al Seeb, is showing that disability is no obstacle to achievement.

Armed with remarkable technological skills, a passion for public speaking, and a record of academic excellence, Amaan has become an inspiration for his peers, teachers and parents alike.

Born with a vision impairment, Amaan quickly adapted to the digital world. By the age of four, he was already using a laptop in class, mastering touch typing, screen readers and shortcut keys. Unlike many visually impaired children who depend on scribes, he answers exams on his own and often scores a perfect 100 per cent.

Teachers at his school fondly call him a ‘hero’. His accomplishments include winning awards in storytelling, recitation and quizzes, among them the top prize at ISQUIZ, a mega inter-school competition of 22 Indian schools in Oman.

At his school’s Fusion Fest, he captivated audience by reciting 200 digits of Pi, earning a standing ovation.

Speaking to Muscat Daily, Amaan’s mother, Nausheen Galaria, said, “Every time I see Amaan conquer a new challenge, I am reminded that disability is not a limitation but a different way of achieving greatness. His achievements give hope to parents like me, and I believe he will continue to inspire many more children to dream without fear.”

She added, “In my own journey with Amaan, I’ve had to learn a whole new world of skills – from teaching maths on a computer to using screen readers and accessibility shortcuts. I’ve learned not just for him, but with him.”

Amaan has also been recognised beyond the school walls. In 2024, he was featured at the National Awards for the Empowerment of People with Disabilities, where he demonstrated how assistive technology can transform education. More recently, he received the Robinage Bright Spark Award 2024-25, a recognition of outstanding young achievers across India.

Beyond academics, Amaan holds a national record in the India Book of Records for blindfold typing and has delivered motivational speeches, including a 12-minute address to graduating seniors at his school, which gained over 1,300 views on YouTube.

Through his own channel, WonderBoy_Amaan, he shares tutorials and motivational videos on assistive technology, AI tools and mental maths, spreading awareness about inclusive education.

Amaan dreams of one day becoming an inventor. “I want to create a suit or belt with smart navigation systems that will let humans fly,” he said.

For him, the sky is not the limit, but only the beginning.