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Amit Shah praised PM Modi for introducing the term 'Divyang' to replace 'Viklang', creating a positive identity for specially-abled persons. He highlighted how this linguistic shift transformed societal perceptions and government approaches toward disability. The Home Minister noted significant increases in budget allocations for disability empowerment from ₹338 crore to ₹1313 crore. Shah also emphasized India's remarkable Paralympic success with 52 medals in recent games compared to just 8 before 2012.

Key Points: Amit Shah Says Modi Instilled Self-Respect in Divyang Community

  • Modi replaced term 'Viklang' with 'Divyang' to empower specially-abled individuals
  • Budget for disability empowerment increased from ₹338 crore to ₹1313 crore
  • India won 52 Paralympic medals in last three games versus 8 previously
  • 31 lakh people received prosthetic aid through 18,000 camps in decade
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PM Modi instilled new sense of self-respect and identity, along with dream of becoming self-reliant among 'Divyang': Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah credits PM Modi for transforming perceptions of specially-abled persons through the term 'Divyang' and increased budget allocations for empowerment.

"By using the term 'Divyang', the Prime Minister has instilled a new sense of self-respect and identity - Amit Shah"

Jodhpur, September 21

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday laid the foundation stone of a new building and two hostels at Shri Parasmal Bohra Netraheen Mahavidyalaya in Jodhpur.

The Union Minister said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has instilled a new sense of self-respect and identity, along with the dream of becoming self-reliant, among all 'specially abled'.

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat received Home Minister Shah at the airport.

Shah said, "With an investment of Rs 15 crores, foundation stones for three projects were laid today. Motilal Oswal Gyan Deep Bhawan Mahavidyalaya, Motilal Oswal Jyoti Sadan girl's hostel and HG Foundation Divya Jyoti Bhawan Boy's hostel. To eradicate the challenges in the life of 'Divyang' lot of work has to be done. Parasmal Bohra Netraheen Mahavidyalaya became the first school for the blind in Rajasthan in 2022."

He further said that when the differently abled are considered as specially abled, or 'Divyang', then work for them can progress.

"PM Modi, for the first time in 2015, began using the term 'Divyang' instead of 'Viklang'. These two words show that a single decision by the Prime Minister has transformed how the entire population of India, as well as all state and central governments, perceives 'Divyang' individuals. It is the responsibility of society to ensure that the 'Divyang' can use their life for nation-building. By using the term 'Divyang', the Prime Minister has instilled a new sense of self-respect and identity, along with the dream of becoming self-reliant, among all 'Divyang' individuals in the country," he further said.

He also mentioned that the Narendra Modi government has provided a platform for all 'Divyang' to excel in the field of sports.

"The Paralympics started in 1960. From 1960 to 2012, India got only 8 medals, and in the last 3 Paralympics, India got 52 medals. If society, NGOs and central government works for 'Divyang' then nothing is impossible. The budget for the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities was Rs. 338 crore in 2014. Today, PM Modi has increased it to Rs. 1313 crore. Under the Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan, PM Modi has ensured that people with disabilities do not face any hardship when visiting government courts. He also ensured that 35 international airports and 55 domestic airports were accessible to them," he further said.

He added that in the last 10 years 31 lakh people have got prosthetic aid by setting up 18 thousand camps.

- ANI

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Rohit P
The budget increase from ₹338 crore to ₹1313 crore speaks volumes about the government's commitment. Infrastructure development for Divyangjans is crucial for their empowerment. Good work!
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Ananya R
While the terminology change is appreciated, I hope the ground reality matches the rhetoric. Many Divyang friends still struggle with accessibility in public transport and government offices. Implementation needs to be stronger.
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Sarah B
The Paralympics achievement is incredible! From 8 medals in 52 years to 52 medals in last 3 games shows what proper support and recognition can achieve. This is real empowerment 💪
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Vikram M
ॐ शांति! The work being done in Rajasthan for the visually impaired is commendable. More states should follow this model. Education and hostel facilities are basic rights that every Divyang should have access to.
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Michael C
Impressive statistics - 31 lakh people receiving prosthetic aid through 18,000 camps is a massive outreach. This kind of systematic approach to disability empowerment is what developing nations need to emulate.
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Kavya N
The Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan making airports accessible is a game-changer! My wheelchair-bound uncle recently traveled and was amazed at the facilities. Small steps making big differences 🇮🇳

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