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Born in France in 1809, Louis Braille revolutionized the way individuals with visual impairments read and write by introducing the Braille script.<\/p>\n<p>Recognizing the pivotal role Braille plays in education and communication, the United Nations has designated January 4, Louis Braille&#8217;s birthday, as World Braille Day. Braille itself is not a language but a universal code that serves as a tool for writing and reading in various languages, including Sanskrit, Arabic, Chinese, Hebrew, Spanish, and many others.<\/p>\n<p>In commemoration of World Braille Day, National Institutes and Composite Regional Centres under the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities are organizing several programs across the country. 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