Shillong (Meghalaya), Dec 4: The Office of the Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities in collaboration with the State Resource Centre on Disability Affairs today observed the International Day for Person with Disabilities at the State Central Library premises. The ‘EMPOWERFEST-2023’ was inaugurated by Social Welfare Minister Paul Lyngdoh in the presence of Pravin Bakshi, Commissioner Secretary Social Welfare.
Speaking on the occasion, Social Welfare Minister Lyngdoh stressed upon the need to create a society which gives equal opportunity to empower people with disabilities. He said that the government is vigorously working on proposals to enhance accessibility in public and private establishments.
On this occasion the Office of the Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities felicitated Director of Sanker Rehabilitation Centre, Dr. Sandi Syiem with the Champion of Mental Health Advocacy Award and Carmo Naronha from Bethany Society with the Leader of Equality Award.
The other awardees include Meghalaya Blind Women’s Football team with the Inclusive Sportsmanship Award, Rupari Nongrum with Inspirational Artist Award, St. Edmunds College with Trailblaizer in Accessibility Award, Sengrang G Momin with Inclusive Media Representation Award and Ibadalin with the Literacy Award.
During the function, the Social Welfare Minister Paul Lyngdoh also launched the Meg Ability App for PWDs.
