The Disability Certificate is a document that serves as proof of a person's disability . It may also be referred to as the PwD certificate, PH certificate, or handicap certificate. This certificate, along with an identity card, is crucial for individuals with disabilities of more than 40%. It enables them to access various facilities, benefits, and concessions available under different schemes. Defining Disability The World Health Organization (WHO) defines disability as "an

Vikaas is a daycare program that was introduced by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India. Its main goal is to give people with disabilities who reach the age of ten more opportunities to develop their interpersonal and vocational skills as they move into older age groups. During the PwD's stay in the Vikaas center, the Registered Organization (RO) center will also provide caregiving assistance

News of the Month October 2025 brings a wave of powerful stories and pivotal developments from across the disability, healthcare, and education sectors. This month highlights groundbreaking research, policy reforms, and heartwarming human stories that continue to inspire inclusion and innovation. From scientific milestones in speech and hearing sciences to nationwide efforts in special education and empowering individuals with disabilities, October has been a month of progres

News of the Month – September 2025 brings together some of the most inspiring and significant updates from across the disability,...

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, through its Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, introduced the Niramaya...

The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities launched the Gharaunda-Group Home for Adults scheme, which aims to establish...