Maharashtra Implements ‘Disha Abhiyan’ for Uniform Education of Students with Intellectual Disabilities

News:

Maharashtra has successfully implemented ‘Disha Abhiyan’, a uniform and quality education curriculum for students with intellectual disabilities.
Developed by Jai Vakil Foundation and certified by the National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (NIEPID), it is operational in 453 special schools across Maharashtra.
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted Maharashtra as the first state to prioritize disabled persons' needs, aligning with PM Modi’s vision of an inclusive, self-reliant ‘Developed India 2047’.

Key Points:

‘Disha Abhiyan’ promotes standardized, quality education for intellectually disabled students.
Curriculum developed by Jai Vakil Foundation, established in 1944, with 80 years of expertise.
Certified and approved by NIEPID, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
Maharashtra leads India in prioritizing education for differently-abled students.
Initiative aligns with national goals of social inclusion and empowerment under PM Modi’s vision.

Significance:

Enhances educational equity and inclusiveness for students with intellectual disabilities.
Supports the rights and empowerment of persons with disabilities as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
Demonstrates state leadership in implementing disability-friendly educational reforms.

Updated August 10, 2025, 5:32 PM | Source: NewsOnAir