In this episode of Eyeway Conversations, George Abraham speaks with Sagar Patil, a visually impaired entrepreneur from Mumbai and founder of Ideal Innovative Group (IIG).
After being denied admission to study electronics due to his blindness, Sagar pursued his passion independently—repairing radios, reading technical manuals, and learning through practice. What began as self-study evolved into a structured business model. Today, he designs and manufactures solar-powered torches, sensor-based lighting, and accessible tools such as talking multimeters—devices now used by other blind professionals.
Sagar also runs a training program where visually impaired individuals learn electronics and gain work experience. Some go on to join his company, while others start ventures of their own in cities across Maharashtra.
In this conversation, he shares:
How curiosity led him to electronics
Designing tools tailored for blind users
Collaborating with companies like Tata Power and Mahindra
Creating food products using mushroom byproducts
Supporting others to build independent livelihoods
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