CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Accessible India Campaign or Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan is a program which is set to be launched to serve the differently-able community of the country.

Detailed explanation-2: -Users can find schemes such as Assistance to Disabled Persons for Purchase / Fitting of Aids and Appliances (ADIP Scheme), Deendayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme to promote Voluntary Action for Persons with Disabilities (DDRS Scheme), National Awards and National Scholarships for persons with disabilities etc.

Detailed explanation-3: -Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) launched Accessible India Campaign (Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan) as a nation-wide Campaign for achieving universal accessibility for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) on December 3,2015.

Detailed explanation-4: -This is an early intervention and school readiness scheme for children upto 10 years with the disabilities covered under the National Trust Act. A day care scheme for persons with autism, cerebral palsy, mental retardation and multiple disabilities, above 10 years for enhancing interpersonal and vocational skills.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan (Accessible India Campaign) is going to complete 7 years in December 2022. The aim of the Campaign is to make a barrier-free and conducive environment for Divyangjans (Persons with Disabilities - PwDs) all over the country.