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For individuals who are physically challenged, there are currently plenty of smart gadgets available. Existing technology does have several significant disadvantages, such as the cost and accessibility to an average person. The wheelchairs of today are also heavy and challenging to physically transport from one place to another. The efficacy of contemporary wheelchairs equipped with advanced robotic technology in improving the overall well-being of those with disabilities is hindered by their exorbitant price, technical constraints, and safety concerns. To address the aforementioned issue, the present research study proposes the implementation of a technologically advanced wheelchair controlled using smart gestures. For the elderly and the disabled to move around, wheelchairs and similar assistive devices are required. However, because it requires help from others to move, hand gesture-controlled wheelchairs can help individuals with physical disabilities by enabling them to move the chair on their own with a few simple gestures. The suggested prototype would be highly beneficial to them since it will allow them to operate the wheelchair with their hand gestures, through which the wheelchair's directions may be changed and be used to navigate. This system can be controlled by a microcontroller (Arduino). It is clear from the findings that the proposed research has designed a wheelchair prototype that is affordable, and gesture controlled. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]