Though destined to live in darkness, the ability to overcome obstacles is what makes Shivanand Harikant different from the rest of his ilk. Born visually challenged in a fisherman's family at Horabhag in Kumta taluk, the 35-year-old ekes out a living by catching fish in the sea. He rides a bicycle as well as a bike; climbs coconut trees with ease, and is an expert swimmer.
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