Delhi: Centre to increase budget of equipment aids for disabled persons
NEW DELHI: The government is considering increasing the budget from Rs 150 crore last year to Rs 200 crore for providing aids and equipment to disabled persons, Union Minister Krishan Pal Gurjar said.
The government is committed to making sure that every physically disabled person is equipped with devices and aids as per their requirement, the Union minister of state for social justice and empowerment said.
He said this at a programme organised by his ministry, in association with PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Rotary Club, where hearing aids, tricycles and blind-canes were distributed among 2,000 disabled people.
"Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given clear instructions to the ministry that it should ensure that all physically disabled persons are identified across the country and given aids and devices," an official statement said, quoting Gurjar.
Disclaimer: This website is primarily for healthcare professionals. The content here does not replace medical advice and should not be used as medical, diagnostic, endorsement, treatment, or prescription advice. Medical science evolves rapidly, and we strive to keep our information current. If you find any discrepancies, please contact us at corrections@medicaldialogues.in. Read our Correction Policy here. Nothing here should be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We do not endorse any healthcare advice that contradicts a physician's guidance. Use of this site is subject to our Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Advertisement Policy. For more details, read our Full Disclaimer here.
NOTE: Join us in combating medical misinformation. If you encounter a questionable health, medical, or medical education claim, email us at factcheck@medicaldialogues.in for evaluation.