Janardhan entered the realm of artistic writing in the early 1990's, before which he had dabbled with a number of professions — he worked with pharmaceuticals, corrugated boxes, film and much more. When he decided to get into handwriting research, everyone dissuaded and ridiculed him.

Their discouraging remarks, instead of dimming his enthusiasm, strengthened his pursuit to follow his passion for calligraphy. Today, he has mastered the art of calligraphy and has not only charmed corporates with his writing abilities, but also students, teachers, and parents. He has achieved such exalted heights in this profession that he is one of the very few Indians, to have written on his passport by his own hand.

Recalls Janardhan, “When I was about three or four-years-old, my mother noticed that I was throwing tantrums while giving me a bath.”

“I would clench my teeth and would become still and then lose consciousness and then sleep for an hour or so. It was only when I was about seven or eight years old that I was diagnosed with what is known as ‘hot water epilepsy.’ There is a stigma attached to those suffering from epilepsy. I was isolated from my friends, relatives and neighbours and I felt bad. It was a Cindrella Syndrome.”

But instead of moping, Janardhan engrossed himself in achieving excellence in whatever he did.
He did mimicry, conceptualised stage plays, painted, sculpted and did miniature modelling.
He wanted to prove that he was no less than any other person. He was recognised and accepted for his talents.
Janardhan is now cured of epilepsy. Since the Early 1990s epileptic fits have never recurred.
Until the 1980s he was under medication. Janardhan now uses his experience to motivate others.

His achievements

• He was the sole Indian to represent as “Outstanding person with epilepsy” to give a motivational talk by narrating his personal experiences with epilepsy at the 6th Asia-Oceanian Epilepsy Congress from November 16 to 19, 2006 at Kaula Lumpur, Malaysia
• In May 2007 the International Bureau of Epilepsy, Ireland, recognising his achievement, presented him with Outstanding Person with Epilepsy Award.
• On August 15, 2007 he received the Extraordinary Achievement Award from the erstwhile Governor T N Chaturvedi.
• In September this year he became the first citizen from Bangalore to be felicitated by Ethos, Swiss watch studios under its initiative called, ‘Celebrate Success’, that salutes success of people. After short-listing numerous profiles, Ethos, has chosen Janardhan, for his steadfast interest and achievements in a field that few would dare to tread.

Epilepsy Care Centre

The Global Institute of Neurological Sciences commemorates World Epilepsy Day on November 17 with the launching of a comprehensive state-of-the-art ‘Epilepsy Centre Care’ at BGS Global Hospitals-Uttarahalli, Kengeri and Bangalore.  Global Neuroscience Institute, under guidance of Dr N K Venkataramana, Neurosurgeon and director of neuroscience has taken the initiative in providing a comprehensive state-of-the-art epilepsy care at affordable costs. Modern facilities like Video EEG, Evoked potentials, Sleep laboratory and Imaging facilities like MRI and CT scan available. In addition to Neurologists and neurosurgeons, the centre has the services of neuroradiologist, Physiotherapist, Speech therapist, Medical social worker, Clinical Psychologist and other allied supports. Focus is also given on counselling of patients, occupational rehabilitation, yoga and formation of a patient self support group.

For free medical evaluation contact: BGS Health and Education City, No 67, Uttarahalli Road, Kengeri, Bangalore 560 060. Ph: 2606000 Extn:348/115.