We Must Ensure Equal Opportunity For Divyangjan: LG

(MENAFN- Kashmir Observer) Jammu- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha attended the Purple Fest 2025, at Raj Bhawan on Friday. The event was aimed at fostering awareness, inclusion and empowerment for Divyangjan.

In his address, the Lieutenant Governor lauded the resilience and talents of Divyangjan. He assured them of his commitment to build a more accessible and inclusive Jammu Kashmir.

“We have worked with dedication for empowerment of Divyangjan and major initiatives have been taken in the last few years to ensure dignity, rights and well-being of Divyangjan. I am fully committed about their integration in every aspect of social, economic and cultural life,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

The Lieutenant Governor highlighted the key initiatives taken by the government to create a supportive environment for the Divyangjan, fostering their innate potential and enabling them to lead a dignified life.

“We must ensure equal opportunity for Divyangjan. Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji through reforms made sure that every public or private establishment should follow the equal opportunity policy and systematically address the challenges faced by Divyangjan”, he said.

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The Lieutenant Governor said,“Divyangjan has immense potential to achieve extraordinary success in life. They are gifted and dedicated to bring positive change in the society. They are not seeking welfare but their rights provided by the constitution.

I have always focussed on policies and decisions which prepare them in a manner that they integrate into the mainstream”.

The Lieutenant Governor sought the support of all the stakeholders, civil society organisations to complete the education of Divyangjan in an inclusive environment.

“Education is crucial for Divyangjan because it is the powerful medium which will provide them opportunities for employment and advancement”, he said.

The Lieutenant Governor observed that, today skilling is equally important for Divyangjan for their empowerment and to achieve their goals. He said, a multi-faceted approach for skilling and a multiple collaborative effort to make them self-reliant will help the Divyangjan to realise their full individual potential.

The Lieutenant Governor also made a special mention of Para-Archers, Ms Sheetal Devi and Sh Rakesh Kumar. He said their incredible journeys, and sheer determination and unshakable willpower have become inspiration for all.

The Lieutenant Governor impressed upon the officials of the Social Welfare Department and other stakeholders for making dedicated efforts for identification of beneficiaries and ensuring 100% saturation of Unique ID Cards for Divyangjan.

He said the J&K Government has already requested the Government of India for organizing Two Mega Camps for Divyangjans one each in Jammu and Kashmir Division.

The event featured cultural performances and martial art demonstration by the children from Composite Regional Centre Jammu, Directorate of Social Welfare and various organizations. They also presented the Lieutenant Governor with the Mata ki Chunni of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi and handmade flower pots and bouquets.

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