(a) whether the State Governments have sought Central funds for implementing schemes
for the welfare of the physically handicapped people during each of the last three years
and the current year;
(b) if so, the details thereof, State-wise; and
(c) the action taken by the Government thereon along with the funds allocated for
implementation of the schemes?
MINISTER OF STATE FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE AND EMPOWERMENT (SHRI P. BALRAM NAIK)
(a) to (c) Under the Scheme of Implementation of Persons with Disabilities (Equal
Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995, (SIPDA), Central
assistance is provided to State Governments, Institutions, Organisations, Autonomous
Bodies and Universities for making barrier-free and accessible environment for Persons
with Disabilities (PwDs), which inter-alia includes provision of ramps, lifts tactile
paths, adaptation of toilets for wheel chair users and Braille symbols and auditory
signals. Assistance is also provided for making websites accessible to PwDs. A statement
indicating State-wise details of national allocation and assistance sought/released under
the scheme during the last three years is at Annexure.