Ahmedabad, February 28, 2026: The Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance, concluded a two-day national workshop focused on strengthening the implementation of the Government of India’s Reservation Policy and enhancing accessibility for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) across public financial institutions. The workshop, held on February 27–28 at the…
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Divyangjan Empowerment Shines at 30th Divya Kala Mela
The 30th edition of Divya Kala Mela commenced at Rangers Ground in Dehradun, celebrating the creativity, talent, and entrepreneurial spirit of Divyangjan. Uttarakhand Governor Lt. General Gurmit Singh described the event as a powerful platform that highlights the decisive role of persons with disabilities in propelling India toward becoming the…
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Divya Kala Mela 2026 Inaugurated in Chandigarh
Chandigarh, February 14, 2026: The 29th edition of Divya Kala Mela was inaugurated at the Exhibition Ground in Chandigarh by Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar, who described the event as a celebration of dignity, self-reliance and empowerment for Divyangjan across India. A Celebration of Dignity…
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Divya Kala Mela 2025 Concludes with Message of Inclusion
Reinforcing the belief that persons with disabilities seek opportunity rather than sympathy, the nine-day Divya Kala Mela 2025 concluded successfully at Kartavya Path, near India Gate, on Sunday. Organised by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, the event emerged…
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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Champions Inclusion at Divya Kala Mela 2025
Delhi Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta delivered a powerful message of inclusion and collective progress while addressing the Delhi edition of Divya Kala Mela 2025 at Kartavya Path on Friday. Emphasising that true national development is impossible without uplifting every section of society, she said Divyang citizens are not separate…
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Create image Mandatory HUID for Silver Jewellery Boosts Purity Assurance
India’s silver jewellery sector is undergoing a major transformation as mandatory Hallmarking Unique Identification (HUID) comes into effect for all hallmarked silver articles. Within just three months of rollout, over 17 lakh silver items have already been laser-marked with HUID, signalling strong support from jewellers and growing trust among consumers….
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President Murmu Presents National Disability Awards 2025
President Droupadi Murmu presented the National Awards for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (2025) in New Delhi on December 3, 2025, coinciding with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. In her address, the President emphasised that inclusion of Divyangjan is not charity but an essential component of India’s…
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Nationwide Run for Unity Unites India on Patel’s 150th
The 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel celebrated as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) was marked with vibrant “Run for Unity” events across the country. The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, led inclusive celebrations that embodied the…
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Purple Fest 2025 Celebrates Inclusion and Empowerment
Noida: The Indian Sign Language Research and Training Centre (ISLRTC), New Delhi, in collaboration with Amity University, Uttar Pradesh, hosted the Purple Fest 2025 on 10–11 September. The two-day event was a celebration of inclusion, dignity, and empowerment for persons with disabilities, highlighting their creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit. The…