Disability Rights Awareness Program in Udaipur at Visually Impaired School
Panacea Disability Rights Activists successfully organized a Disability Rights Awareness Program at the Government Senior Secondary School for the Visually Impaired, Pragya Chakshu Andh, Ambamata, Udaipur. The event aimed to educate students and staff on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act and government welfare schemes.
Empowering Students Through Awareness
The session was led by Dr. Arvinder Singh, a three-time world record holder and respected advocate for disability rights associated with Arth Diagnostics. Dr. Singh addressed students, teachers, and school staff, providing crucial information on legal rights, government benefits, and inclusive support systems for persons with disabilities.
Dr. Singh encouraged students to become confident, self-reliant individuals and motivated them to take full advantage of opportunities available under the RPwD Act and related government programs. His remarks focused on:
- Legal rights and protections for persons with disabilities
- Educational and vocational opportunities
- Government schemes for healthcare and financial support
- Importance of self-confidence and community inclusion
Addressing Accessibility Challenges
During the interaction, Ms. Neelam Maheshwari, Principal of the school, highlighted several infrastructural concerns affecting students on a daily basis. She brought attention to issues such as:
- Garbage dumping on school premises
- The presence of stray dogs poses safety concerns
- Need for improved accessibility features, including ramps
In response, representatives from Panacea Disability Rights Activists assured that they would coordinate with relevant departments to pursue timely solutions for these challenges.
Recognition and Appreciation
The program concluded with an appreciation segment in which Dr. Arvinder Singh and other representatives were honored for their contributions to raising awareness of disability rights and fostering a culture of inclusion and dignity.
A Step Toward Inclusive Education
Initiatives like this awareness program play a vital role in empowering differently-abled individuals, especially students, by informing them of their constitutional rights and available support systems. Through these efforts, Panacea Disability Rights Activists continues to champion accessibility, equality, and dignity for all.
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