Government Initiatives Enhance Legal Services Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities

The Government of India has rolled out a series of initiatives to improve access to affordable, quality, and speedy legal services for its citizens, particularly targeting weaker sections, including Divyangjans. These measures, enacted under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, encompass the NALSA (Legal Services to the Mentally Ill and Persons with Intellectual Disabilities) Scheme, 2024. Specific campaigns and efforts are implemented nationwide, focusing on areas like the Dumka Lok Sabha Constituency, Jammu & Kashmir, and tribal regions of Odisha. Initiatives focus on infrastructure improvement, accessible digital services, and targeted legal aid campaigns to emphasize inclusivity.

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