Real audits. Real photos. Real clarity. Because uncertainty isn't an option when you're planning your journey.
We don't rely on self-reported data or guesswork. Every listing is physically assessed by our team before it goes live.
We don't take anyone's word for it. Every place on our platform has been checked by a trained volunteer or team member.
Every listing is assessed across 10+ accessibility criteria — from ramp angles to toilet dimensions to staff awareness.
We tell you exactly what to expect — before you arrive. Not vague promises. Specific, honest information.
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Every listing includes a full accessibility audit — honest, specific, and photo-verified. No guesswork.
Arrive knowing exactly what to expect. No unpleasant surprises. No uncertainty.
We are committed to making this website, and every listing on it, usable by all. High contrast mode, font controls, and full keyboard navigation — always available.
Accessibility isn't a one-person project — it's a community effort. There are three ways you can join in, whether you have five minutes or five hours.
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StairlessJourney exists because people with disabilities shouldn't have to gamble on whether a place is truly accessible. We verify so you don't have to wonder.
StairlessJourney was founded by Pratik, a 14-year-old changemaker from Pune, with a deep personal connection to disability inclusion. What started as a personal frustration — the gap between what accessibility information promises and what actually exists — became a movement.
Pratik is also a published author. At 14, he has spoken to students, mentors, and institutions about why accessibility isn't a charity — it's a right.
His vision is simple: a fully mapped, verified India where no one with a disability arrives somewhere and discovers they can't get in.
"Accessibility isn't a feature. It's a right. And our job is to make sure people can exercise it — confidently, every single day."
Google Maps calls a place "wheelchair accessible." You arrive. There are three stairs at the entrance. Nobody thought to update it.
Businesses self-report accessibility features they haven't actually checked. Listings go stale. People with disabilities pay the price — not just in inconvenience, but in dignity.
StairlessJourney is built on one principle: verified clarity. We check. We photograph. We update. So that your journey can begin before you leave home.
Verified accessibility listings for Pune, Kolkata, and Goa — with city expansion underway.
We work with schools, businesses, and local communities to make accessibility part of everyday conversation.
Volunteers and city leaders who conduct on-the-ground audits and submit listings from their neighbourhoods.
Awareness campaigns, community audits, documentation drives, and more.
Real words from real people — volunteers, attendees, and changemakers who've been part of our journey.
This website is designed and built to be usable by everyone — regardless of ability, device, or circumstance.
Toggle high contrast, or apply one of four color-blindness filters (Protanopia, Deuteranopia, Tritanopia, Achromatopsia) using the accessibility widget in the bottom-right corner. All text meets WCAG 2.1 AA contrast by default.
Increase or decrease font size with the A+/A− controls, or switch to OpenDyslexic — a typeface designed to help readers with dyslexia. Your preferences are saved across visits.
Every interactive element — buttons, links, forms, modals, the photo lightbox — is fully keyboard navigable. Use Tab to move forward, Shift+Tab to go back, Enter or Space to activate.
Semantic HTML, ARIA labels, and meaningful alt text ensure compatibility with NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver. We use proper roles, live regions, and descriptive labels throughout.
We respect the OS-level prefers-reduced-motion setting, and you can also toggle it manually. Scroll animations and parallax effects pause when reduced motion is on.
Toggle stronger link underlines and outlines, plus boosted focus rings — useful for users with low vision or motor impairments who rely on clear visual targets.
We never autoplay video or audio. All media is user-initiated, and we don't use disruptive popups or carousels that move on their own.
The website is fully responsive and works on all screen sizes — from a small phone to a large desktop monitor, including 200% browser zoom without horizontal scrolling.
We aim to meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1 Level AA. This is an ongoing commitment — we regularly review and improve our accessibility based on real user feedback.
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If you experience any accessibility barriers on this website, please contact us. We take all feedback seriously and aim to fix reported issues promptly.
Help us verify places, spread awareness, and map accessible India — one city at a time.
Volunteers help us review places, conduct on-the-ground audits, and grow awareness in their communities. No prior experience needed — just care and commitment.
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