While awareness of autism has grown, there remains a notable absence of mainstreaming and sensitivity, according to professionals working with individuals with autism. Familiarity with the term autism alone is insufficient; teachers must be trained to support children with autism rather than passing responsibility to the special educator. Additionally, people should be more sensitive, they said on the occasion of World Autism Awareness Day on Thursday. ADVERTISEMENTMainstreaming in schools is still a far cry, said Indrani Basu of the Autism Society West Bengal. Autism Society West Bengal organised a walk from Safari Park to Menoka Cinema on Thursday morning.

Source: The Telegraph April 03, 2026 01:59 UTC