Today, while returning from a regular shopping trip, I stumbled upon an Indian 2-rupee coin featuring Madam Louis Braille’s likeness. As I picked it up, I realized that without my involvement with the Local Guide community, I might have simply used it as change without a second thought.
However, being part of this community, and thanks to my LG family and accessibility champions, I’ve developed a new perspective. They’ve taught me about the importance of accessibility and how these elements can significantly impact the lives of individuals with challenges.
My mentor friend, @TusharSuradkar played a pivotal role in broadening my understanding of Braille, tactile accessibility, and its profound impact. I’m excited to gift him this coin during our next meeting, symbolizing gratitude for the lessons learned.
This coin, which might have otherwise been just another piece of change, now holds a deeper meaning for me. It symbolizes the transformation I’ve undergone from a regular reviewer to a responsible guide, committed to highlighting accessibility features and challenges in my reviews.
@Rahul001 @Kumaarsantosh @NareshDarji @AjitThite @TravellerG @K.K.Sharma and LG family 
#AccessibilityMatters #LocalGuide #InclusiveIndia #BrailleEmpowerment #Gratitude 
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Thank you in advance, dear @MathanVibranarayan 
It would be a great addition to my collection and for my memories 
This coin outdoes all accessibility efforts by the government.
Until now, the 1 Rupee coin used to have a palm with one finger raised.
And the 2 Rupee coin had 2 fingers raised, which was very common.
It helped the blind to identify the coins.
Now the Braille letters are a step ahead and a great tribute to the person.
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Your story, dear @MathanVibranarayan, is truly heartwarming and a beautiful example of how even the smallest encounters can lead to powerful realizations. 
That 2-rupee coin featuring Louis Braille became more than just currency — it turned into a symbol of awareness, gratitude, and growth. The way you’ve connected this everyday moment with the broader message of accessibility is truly inspiring.
Your gesture of gifting the coin to your mentor @TusharSuradkar is deeply meaningful — it shows how much we all grow when we learn from each other in the Local Guides community.
Thank you for reminding us that #AccessibilityMatters and for being a beacon of inclusivity. Let’s continue to highlight such powerful stories and help build a more inclusive world, one review at a time. 
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That’s the really a nice gesture @MathanVibranarayan. This indeed shows your passion and indepth observant skills.
These are the individual characteristics which take the persone to a new height without any prejudice.
Your inclination towards contributing and improving Accessibility through Google Maps and in your daya to day life is something to be learned and followed by many.
Thank you for being so obervant.
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Nice observation, @MathanVibranarayan .
Awareness is increasing.
Cheers!
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What a touching and powerful story! @MathanVibranarayan
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@TusharSuradkar pleasure is mine sir. Thanks for all the learning from you and other LG friends 
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@NareshDarji thank you sir 
@AjitThite sir definitely awareness is increasing
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@Kumaarsantosh thank you so much for your generous appreciations, people like you are my inspiration in this journey
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@K.K.Sharma ji, thanks for your continuous support and gratitude
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Wow amazing…
Accidental but advantageous…
Very heart touching post, dear @MathanVibranarayan
At least for me this is a new information too…thank you for updating this knowledge.
Some times, some things are most nostalgic…
Sincerely thank you for sharing this…
Best wishes, dear friend
PS
Thanks for tagging me, please
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