Karnataka Government Schemes for persons with Disabilities

World Day of Persons with Disabilities

Every year world day disabled is observed on 3rd of December all over the State.

Public Awareness Programme

Under this programme posters, Broachers will be distributed to create the awareness among the public above disability.

Counseling and Information Center

This center provides information to persons with disabilities about the facilities and the schemes available under the State and the Central Govt. The institutions providing special education. Vocational training and also information about procuring quality aids and appliances.

Schemes for Promotion of Cultural Activities and Sports

Prathibhe aims at promoting disabled artists. The schemes provide financial assistance to the disabled artists. Under ‘SADAHANE’ the disabled sportsmen get financial assistance to participate in National & International Games.

Identity Cards to Persons with Disabilities

Under this scheme, Identity cards are issued to disabled persons. The budget allocation is Rs. 0.50 lakhs. Identity Cards will be issued in different colours to different categories of disabled.

Bus Pass

The state has announced concessional bus passes for 1.00 lakh disabled persons to travel 100 KMs from their living places. Here the disabled persons have to pay 15% of the total cost.

State Awards

The Govt. of Karnataka has instituted awards for the best work done for the cause of disabled for one institution and 6 individuals and 5 special teachers awards for the best teachers who serve in the special schools every year.