The Office of the State Commission for Persons with Disabilities and the Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities recently successfully organised an ADIP (Assistance to Disabled Persons for Purchase/Fitting of Aids & Appliances) camp at Ravindra Bhavan, Sankhali. The camp was held under the leadership of Minister of Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Subhash Phal Dessai.
Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant graced the occasion. State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Guruprasad Pawaskar, Director, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Varsha Naik and Secretary of the Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Taha Haaziq oversaw the distribution of essential assistive devices. A large number of Persons with Disabilities attended the camp.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Sawant stated that “Goa has always prioritised welfare, dignity and empowerment of persons with disabilities. Through initiatives like the ADIP Camp, we are ensuring that assistive devices and support systems reach every eligible beneficiary at their doorstep. With the establishment of a dedicated Divyang Department, we are strengthening our resolve to build an inclusive Goa where every citizen has the opportunity to participate, contribute and live a life of independence.”
Minister for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Subhash Phal Dessai stated:“The strong participation at today’s ADIP Camp in Sankhalim reflects the trust that people have in the state’s commitment to disability welfare. Our goal is to ensure that no person with disability is left behind due to lack of access to aids, appliances or supportive services. “
State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Pawaskar said: “With the unwavering support of the Chief Minister and the commitment of our team, we are able to extend the reach of ADIP camps to more beneficiaries. These assistive devices play a crucial role in enhancing mobility, communication, and overall quality of life. We will continue organising such camps across Goa so that every beneficiary receives the assistive devices they need to enhance mobility, communication and overall quality of life.
ADIP camps held across the state underscore the commitment to ensuring persons with disabilities in Goa have access to the tools they need to live with dignity and independence.”
The ADIP scheme provides a wide range of aids and appliances, including wheelchairs, hearing aids, crutches, and more to eligible persons with disabilities.
Since April 2024, over 1300 beneficiaries in Goa have received aids and appliances under the ADIP scheme, according to state data.
The camp continues the Commission’s mission to make assistive technologies more accessible across the state, helping persons with disabilities lead more independent and fulfilling lives.
