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    NHRC Investigates Discrimination in Life Insurance Coverage for Hearing and Speech Impaired

    New Delhi, March 24 The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken cognizance of a complaint alleging that individuals with hearing and speech disabilities are being denied access to life insurance benefits due to the refusal of insurance companies to extend coverage to them.According...
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    Ramdas Athawale Announces Improved Census Data Collection

    Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Ramdas Athawale, stated today that the upcoming 2027 Census will provide a historic opportunity to recognize all 21 categories of disabilities through trained enumerators and significantly improved data collection. Speaking at the launch of...
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    Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act: Census as a Key Step

    New Delhi, March 17 Union Minister Ramdas Athawale said that the upcoming 2027 Census presents a "historic opportunity" to accurately collect data on all 21 recognized categories of disabilities and enable targeted policymaking for persons with disabilities.Speaking at the launch of a handbook...
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    Census 2027: Recognizing 21 Disabilities with Improved Data

    New Delhi, March 17 – Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Ramdas Athawale, said on Tuesday that the upcoming 2027 Census is a significant opportunity to recognize all 21 categories of disabilities through trained enumerators and vastly improved data collection.Speaking...
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    J&K Minister Discusses Welfare for Persons with Disabilities

    Today, Sakeena Itoo, Minister for Social Welfare, Education, Health and Medical Education, held an extensive meeting with representatives of the Confederation of Physically Challenged Organizations and discussed various issues and concerns of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) across Jammu and...
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    Nepal Voters Prioritize Security and Good Governance in Parliamentary Polls

    Kathmandu, March 5 – As parliamentary elections began in Nepal on Thursday, voters shared their expectations for the upcoming government, emphasizing the need for stronger security and effective governance in the country. Many voters said that ensuring safety and stability should be the top...
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    Chandigarh Event Highlights Government Initiatives for Disability Inclusion

    Chandigarh, February 14 Union Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment Virendra Kumar inaugurated the 29th edition of the Divya Kala Mela here on Saturday, describing it as a platform promoting dignity, self-reliance, and economic empowerment for persons with disabilities.Addressing the...
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    Union Minister Inaugurates Divya Kala Mela, Celebrating Dignity and Empowerment

    Chandigarh, February 14 – Union Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment Virendra Kumar inaugurated the 29th edition of Divya Kala Mela here on Saturday.On the occasion, he said, “This is not merely an exhibition; it is a celebration of dignity, self-reliance, and empowerment.”He described...
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