Spinal Cord Injury Day 2026 and National Injury Prevention Week : Wheelchair Rally and Awareness Campaign in Delhi, In Delhi, more than 350 people took out a wheelchair rally, spreading the message of injury prevention. 22 National Spine Care Societies and Sri Balaji Action Medical Institute emphasized better treatment and rehabilitation.
During the fourth edition of Spinal Cord Injury Day 2026 and National Injury Prevention Week, more than 500 people participated and spread the message of awareness. Among them, over 100 wheelchair users joined the wheelchair sports rally. Cultural programs, inclusive health check-up camps, and wheelchair rallies will also be organized in the coming days. People affected by spinal cord injury, along with doctors, healthcare professionals, caregivers, students, volunteers, and the general public, participated in the events. Sri Balaji Action Medical Institute contributed by providing healthcare support for these events as well as other central programs held throughout the week.
Spinal Cord Injury Day 2026 : Wheelchair Rally Held on 5 September
The wheelchair rally organized on 5 September was the main attraction of the program. More than 350 people took part in it. This included 100 wheelchair users and 250 other participants. The aim of the rally was to create awareness about injury prevention, better facilities for all, and equal participation in society. The rally started at 10:30 a.m. from Khalsa College and concluded at St. Stephen’s College in the North Campus of Delhi University.
Participating Societies and Support
The program was organized under the guidance of the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. 22 National Spine Care Societies came together for the prevention of spinal cord injuries and better treatment. Among them, the Spinal Cord Society, Association of Spine Surgeons of India, Spine Wellness and Care Foundation, and Hamsa Rehab participated in the event, while 18 other societies extended their support. Sri Balaji Action Medical Institute provided healthcare support for these programs and other central events throughout the week. In addition, all 22 societies also organized programs for the prevention of spinal cord injuries and awareness in different parts of the country.
Programs on 6 September: Health Check-up, Sports, and Cultural Events
Under the program, an inclusive health check-up camp will be organized on 6 September at the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) Auditorium from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Wheelchair users and other participants will receive health check-ups along with consultation from doctors. After this, wheelchair sports will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. These will include competitions such as wheelchair table tennis, boccia, wheelchair racing, and wheelchair hurdles. A cultural program will take place from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., featuring wheelchair dance and professional wheelchair stunt performances. Through these events, the talent and courage of wheelchair users will be showcased, along with the message of equal participation in society. It will also be highlighted how sports and community support can help in rehabilitation and a better quality of life. The program will also be live-streamed so that more people can join.
Message from Dr. Harvinder Singh Chhabra
Dr. Harvinder Singh Chhabra, Chief of the Spine and Rehabilitation Centre at Sri Balaji Action Medical Institute, President of the Spinal Cord Society, Chairman of the Spine Wellness and Care Foundation, and Coordinator of National Injury Prevention Week, said: “By increasing awareness and adopting safe practices, many spinal cord injuries can be prevented. If an injury occurs, timely treatment, proper rehabilitation, and continuous support can help a person live life again with dignity and self-reliance. Our aim is not only to prevent injuries but also to create a better environment so that people affected by spinal cord injury can also lead meaningful and happy lives.”
Special Focus on Road Safety
Special emphasis was also placed on road safety during the campaign. According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), in the year 2021, 16,397 people lost their lives in road accidents due to not wearing seat belts. This included 8,438 drivers and 7,959 passengers. This figure shows how important it is to follow essential safety measures like wearing seat belts on the road.
Activities of National Injury Prevention Week
National Injury Prevention Week began on 1 September. On the first day, online poster and slogan competitions were organized on the themes “Prevention of Spinal Cord Injury” and “Yes, We Can.” On 2 September, the spine team of Sri Balaji Action Medical Institute presented a street play on injury prevention.
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On 3 September, awareness programs related to spinal cord injury were organized. These included awareness talks, inclusive dance, and wheelchair-related activities. Experts also held a panel discussion on the topic “How to Make the Lives of People Affected by Spinal Cord Injury Happy, Meaningful, and Better.” On 4 September, a webinar was held on “The Power of the Mind,” which discussed mental strength, psychological recovery, and adapting to new circumstances after spinal cord injury.
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The week-long event will conclude on 7 September with a webinar on injury prevention. It will emphasize the need for injury prevention, timely treatment, rehabilitation, and continuous social support. The main objective is to improve the treatment and quality of life of people affected by spinal cord injury and to give them the opportunity for full and respectful participation in society.
