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The Government of India has implemented various initiatives aimed at improving access to quality legal services for the general population, particularly for persons with disabilities. These initiatives include the NALSA (Legal Services to Persons with Mental Illness and Persons with Intellectual Disabilities) Scheme, aimed at addressing the unique legal needs
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The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has launched various schemes to support the welfare of senior citizens and persons with disabilities in the North Eastern States, including the Atal Vayo Abhyudaya Yojana, Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana, and various training and intervention programs. Source: Original Link
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On Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2026, the Department of Financial Services under the Ministry of Finance reaffirms its commitment to accessible and inclusive financial services. They introduced new standards aimed at ensuring that Persons with Disabilities have equivalent access to all financial services, encouraging stakeholders to create an inclusive financial
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The Department of Financial Services has mandated public sector banks and other financial institutions to reserve positions for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities in recruitment and promotions, aligning with government directives. This initiative includes appointing Chief Liaison and Grievance Redressal Officers, ensuring inclusive work environments by adopting Equal Opportunity Policies, and
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The Ministry of Railways has announced that Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) possessing valid Unique Disability ID (UDID) cards can travel in unreserved coaches designated for Divyangjan in Mail/Express trains. This initiative aims to improve accessibility and ensure inclusivity. PwDs with valid IDs or those eligible for railway concessional fare
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The Indian Government, through the Ministry of Law and Justice, has introduced various measures to ensure accessible, quality, and expedited legal services for all, including persons with disabilities. This includes implementing the Legal Services Authorities Act, providing free legal aid, and deploying a specialized scheme through the National Legal Services
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The Indian government has announced improvements in legal aid infrastructures and services, specifically targeting Persons with Disabilities through the NALSA (Legal Services to the Mentally Ill and Persons with Intellectual Disabilities) Scheme, 2024. This initiative establishes specialized legal units across all states except Ladakh and Dadra & Nagar Haveli. Further
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The Ministry of Law and Justice has implemented significant measures to enhance legal access for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) by providing affordable, quality, and speedy legal services. Key initiatives include free and competent legal aid under the Legal Services Authorities Act of 1987 and training programs to raise awareness of
Election Commission
The Election Commission of India has announced measures to make the upcoming General Election in Bihar accessible for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). All polling stations will be equipped with ramps and located at ground level. Special provisions include Braille voter information slips, dummy ballot sheets in Braille, and priority access
Sugamya Bharat App
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment launched the revamped Sugamya Bharat App at the Purple Fest in Goa, aimed at enhancing digital accessibility for persons with disabilities. The app features an intuitive interface, accessibility mapping, a directory of government schemes, and a grievance redressal module, making it a comprehensive
Election Commission
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced that elderly voters over 85 years and persons with disabilities can vote via postal ballot in the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. This facility allows them to submit their votes from home, with polling teams collecting the ballots. Additionally, service voters and media
Seekho aur Kamao
The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) has launched the 'Seekho aur Kamao' initiative to empower students of National Institutes by allowing them to earn while they learn. This program provides hands-on experience and financial support through services related to persons with disabilities. The initiative aims