Born in Mumbai, Dr. Alim Chandani relocated back to India in 2016. This will be his second exhibition as curator, following the successful debut of The Power of Gestures at Chitrakala Parishath in 2024—the first-ever exhibition in India showcasing the work of Deaf artists. He holds degrees in New Media/Interactive Design and Counselling, and earned his doctorate in Administration and Supervision in Special Education from Gallaudet University (USA), where his research focused on the assessment of the quality of higher education for Deaf students in India.

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Dr. Alim's work centers on advancing quality education for Deaf individuals and promoting accessibility in public life through Hear A Million, an initiative of Enable India. He also leads his social enterprise, Freedom to Sign™, a brand that amplifies Indian Sign Language and showcases Deaf artists. In 2025, he coordinated interpreting for the Coldplay concerts in India, marking an important milestone for mainstream accessibility.

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He has been a strong voice for Deaf rights at both national and international levels. After extensive global experience and spearheading numerous Deaf empowerment training and advocacy campaigns, he continues his work in India.

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Dr. Chandani currently resides in Bengaluru and enjoys exploring new cafés, gourmet restaurants, and the slow rhythms of travel in the Himalayas. He also adores Italy, a love deepened by his travels there last summer.