(a) the number of welfare centres functioning at present for disabled in Uttar
Pradesh; and
(b) the details of the facilities provided by these centres?
(a) the number of welfare centres functioning at present for disabled in Uttar
Pradesh; and
(b) the details of the facilities provided by these centres?
THE MINISTER OF SOCIAL JUSTICE AND EMPOWERMENT (DR. SATYANARAYAN JATIYA)
(a) to (b) There are 17 Government organizations and 87 Non-Governmental
Organizations assisted by Central Government functioning for the welfare of
persons with disabilities in the State of Uttar Pradesh. These organizations
provide low cost and quality aids and appliances under the Scheme of
Assistance to Disabled persons for Purchase/Fitting of Aids/Appliances
(ADIP) and deliver services in the areas of education, vocational training,
treatment and rehabilitation of persons with disabilities.