PATIALA: A technology developed by a research team at Punjabi University here enables the conversion of Punjabi texts into Braille, empowering visually impaired individuals to access written content in their native language.
The system, developed by Charanjeev Singh Saroya from the department of computer science and engineering under the the guidance of Dr Kawaljit Singh, integrates advanced features such as Gurmukhi-to-Braille transcription, automatic font conversion, an extensive linguistic corpus, and text-to-speech functionality. "The primary goal is to provide a seamless digital pathway for visually impaired individuals to engage with information in their mother tongue," said Kawaljit Singh, while highlighting the transformative potential of the technology.

Kawaljit Singh described the technology as a revolutionary step towards making knowledge accessible to the visually impaired in Punjabi. By enabling swift and accurate conversion of Gurmukhi script into Braille, this innovation promotes self-reliance and enhances the quality of life for its users, he added.

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chandigarh/from-gurmukhi-to-braille-patiala-university-joins-dots-launches-inclusive-tool-for-visually-impaired-readers/articleshow/122295045.cms