| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | International Day of Persons with Disabilities (December 3rd) |
| Key Highlight | President Droupadi Murmu presented National Awards for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities 2025 in New Delhi. |
| Theme (2025) | "Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress" |
| Terminology | "Divyangjan" adopted since 2015 to promote respect and dignity for PwDs. |
| Key Legislation | Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016 - Expanded disability categories from 7 to 21 and increased job reservations from 3% to 4%. |
| Accessible India Campaign | Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan - Focuses on barrier-free infrastructure in built environment, transport, and ICT. |
| Unique Disability ID (UDID) | A centralized database for issuing disability cards, ensuring seamless welfare benefits. |
| Divyangjan Swavalamban Yojana | Provides concessional loans via NDFDC for self-employment, education, and skill training. |
| PM-DAKSH | A digital portal offering free skill training and job linkages for PwDs. |
| SIPDA Scheme | Financial aid to states for barrier-free infrastructure and rehabilitation centers. |
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