Free assistive device distribution prog held
He was speaking after inaugurating a free assistive device distribution programme held at Gurubhavan, organised jointly by the district administration, zilla panchayat, ALIMCO regional centre (Bengaluru), and the department for empowerment of differently-abled and senior citizens. The initiative aimed to provide mobility aids and assistive devices free of cost to specially-abled persons and senior citizens, enabling them to lead more independent and dignified lives.
"Make full use of these opportunities to rise to positions of respect," he urged beneficiaries. He called on society to foster a supportive and inclusive environment, avoiding language or behaviour that could diminish the confidence of the specially-abled. "Encouragement is crucial. Collective efforts are needed to ensure their full participation and development," he added. Zilla panchayat CEO KR Nandini said the district administration is committed to enabling a dignified life for the specially-abled.
She further said under govt of India's Rashtriya Vayoshree Yojana, senior citizens above 60 years of age are being provided with assistive devices to enhance their quality of life, and encouraged eligible elders to make use of the scheme.
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