How a massage course helped a blind Malaysian rebuild his life


Saravanan stands patiently while his cousin, Saraswathi Murugan, adjusts his graduation robe. Photos: Malaysian Association for the Blind

Saravanan Kaniappan, 41, was in high spirits after receiving his massage therapy certificate from the Malaysian Association for the Blind's (MAB) Gurney Training Centre (GTC) in Kuala Lumpur last Saturday. (oct 4)

He was among 81 graduates celebrated at the event, made even more meaningful by the presence of his family members, who turned up in full force to share his proud moment.

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