MEWAT VOICE

Over years of sustained engagement and advocacy, disability priorities are beginning to find space in policy. We welcome the disability-focused measures announced in the Union Budget 2026–27 by Nirmala Sitharaman, aimed at strengthening livelihood pathways for persons with disabilities.

Key proposals include :
1. Divyangjan Kaushal Yojana for customised, industry-linked skilling
2. ⁠ Divyang Sahara Yojana, continued support to ALIMCO, investments in assistive technology and R&D and strengthening of PM Divyasha Kendras.

The increase in allocation from ₹1,275 crore (BE 2025–26) to ₹1,669.72 crore (BE 2026–27) signals growing policy attention. What will matter now is effective implementation and last-mile access so these measures translate into real outcomes on the ground.

Mphasis Arman Ali Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India Ministry of Finance

Jaipur-Mumbai Train
Horrific incident

Impact of communal virus spread by news channels , statements of influential leaders and the reluctance of institutions to put a stop to it

When the genie 🧞‍♀️ is out of the bottle
It is difficult to put it back !