Accessibility and Inclusion at DevFest Raipur

Summary: M. Jai manikanta initiated a discussion about enhancing accessibility at DevFest Raipur 2026, focusing on inclusivity for attendees with disabilities. Zahra Khorram, a psychology student and UX researcher, expressed interest in volunteering to improve cognitive accessibility. M. Jai manikanta inquired about bringing a caregiver without needing an additional pass. Zahra Khorram suggested contacting the organizers directly. Later, Hasan Imam from the organizing team confirmed that attendees can bring a companion free of charge and assured a welcoming experience, providing details for the event venue. This conversation underscores the importance of accessibility and responsiveness from event organizers.

AI Summary

Hello GDG Raipur Community,

In preparation for DevFest Raipur 2026, we want to ensure an inclusive experience for everyone, including attendees with disabilities. We understand that some community members might require companions or caregivers during events. We invite you to share your thoughts and experiences on how we can improve accessibility and inclusivity at our events. What measures would you like to see implemented? How can we ensure that our events are welcoming and accommodating for all?

7 comments

Zahra Khorram

1 week, 5 days ago

Hi Jai! This is a great initiative. As a psychology student focusing on Cognitive UX, I believe accessibility goes beyond physical infrastructure to include reducing cognitive load and mental friction for attendees. I’d love to volunteer and help review the event flows or content layout to ensure a comfortable experience for everyone.

M. Jai manikanta

1 week, 5 days ago

Hi Zahra, thank you for your response! I actually wanted to clarify something specific regarding accessibility. I’m an attendee with a physical disability, and my father will be accompanying me as my caregiver/attendant. Could you please let me know whether he can accompany me under my pass, or whether he needs a separate event pass? I couldn’t find any caregiver/companion option during registration. Thank you!

Zahra Khorram

1 week, 5 days ago

thank you for sharing this! Just to clarify, I'm an attendee and independent UX researcher, not one of the event organizers. However, your point highlights an essential aspect of accessibility for the organizers to consider. I recommend reaching out directly to the GDG Raipur team via the 'Contact Organizer' button on the main page so they can assist you with your pass details!

M. Jai manikanta

1 week, 5 days ago

I tried to reach them but I didn't hear back from them

Zahra Khorram

1 week, 5 days ago

Sorry, I didn’t see your message earlier. Maybe they’re not available today, or perhaps it’s outside their working hours. You could try contacting them once again later. Hopefully, you’ll hear back this time

Hasan Imam

1 week, 5 days ago

Hi Jai!

Hasan here from the GDG Raipur Organizing Team.

Yes! In this case, you can bring a companion/caregiver/parent with you free of cost. You only need to buy 1 pass for yourself.

GDG Raipur welcomes you wholeheartedly, and I’ll personally make sure we can give you the best experience possible. Our community thrives on inclusivity and accessibility.

We have noted your name, M. Jai Manikanta, and 1 free entry will be allotted to you on the event day.

Venue: Babylon International
VIP Road, Opp. Shri Ram Mandir, Vishal Nagar
Raipur, Chhattisgarh - 492001

https://maps.app.goo.gl/NeCWwr7Hwj7tZ4AB7

See you at DevFest Raipur 2026!

Hasan Imam

M. Jai manikanta

1 week, 3 days ago

Thank you so much sir for understanding my problem and supporting me, and due to low availability of seats and no reply I just purchased 2 Passes