MUMBAI, INDIA – When design meets empathy, education evolves. In a groundbreaking move to champion inclusive learning, Navneet Education, one of India’s most respected names in academic publishing, has unveiled a new tool that’s as visionary as it is vital: the Color Blindness Detection Book – a first of its kind initiative that quietly disrupts the traditional learning landscape.
Co-created with FCB Group India and developed in collaboration with ophthalmologists and educators, the initiative marks a significant step toward a more compassionate, design-forward approach to learning in India. At its core lies a simple yet powerful idea: detect to support.
Disguised within vibrant early learning illustrations, the book embeds Ishihara-style colour vision tests seamlessly woven into the storytelling and visuals. The goal? Early detection of Colour Vision Deficiency (CVD) in children, often misread as inattention or underperformance in classrooms.
“There are an estimated 10 million children in India with color vision deficiency,” said Dr Malgi, a leading ophthalmologist associated with the project. “Most of them go undiagnosed for years because the condition doesn’t visibly disrupt learning. But in reality, it affects confidence, participation, and long-term academic performance.”
“It’s rare to find a design solution that feels so seamless and necessary,” said Rakesh Menon, Chief Creative Officer, FCB Interface. “By building it into the first books children learn from, we can diagnose the problem early and provide the required support.”
“As a publisher shaping the minds of millions, we felt it was our responsibility to make early learning more inclusive,” said Devish Gala, Director of Branding, Marketing & Sales at Navneet Education. “By embedding color vision tests into the books children already use, we ensure that no child gets left behind.”
