The Madurai District Differently Abled Welfare Department has implemented several major welfare initiatives over the past three months, providing modern smartphones to 102 visually impaired and speech and hearing-impaired beneficiaries. Each smartphone, valued at ₹13,800, has been distributed to improve access to education, government services, employment opportunities, and digital communication. During the same period, 14 persons with spinal cord disabilities received specially modified three-wheel vehicles fitted with attachment wheels, each worth ₹1.14 lakh. Additionally, under the Chief Minister’s Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme, 14 beneficiaries were provided artificial limbs worth a total of ₹15.29 lakh to support rehabilitation and help them return to independent daily life.
Madurai District, Differently Abled Welfare Department, visually impaired beneficiaries, speech and hearing-impaired persons, Chief Minister’s Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme
102 smartphones distributed, 14 modified three-wheel vehicles provided, 14 beneficiaries fitted with artificial limbs, rehabilitation assistance strengthened
Improved access to education and employment, easier access to government services, enhanced digital connectivity, greater independence for beneficiaries
Smartphones valued at ₹13,800 each, modified vehicles worth ₹1.14 lakh each, artificial limbs worth ₹15.29 lakh in total, welfare assistance delivered during the past three months
Officials stated that the government will continue implementing welfare initiatives aimed at improving accessibility, rehabilitation, education, and employment opportunities for persons with disabilities across the district.
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