A beneficiary receiving aids and assistive devices from the DC, Mokokchung and other officials during the distribution camp under ADIP in Mokokchung on 17th September 2022. (Courtesy: DPRO, Mokokchung)

Distribution of aids and assistive devices to the Disabled under Assistance to Disabled Persons (ADIP) Scheme, an Initiative of the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan), was held at the Conference Hall of ADC (Planning), Mokokchung today 17th Sept 2022.

According to the assessment taken from 5th – 8th July 2022, a total of 92 persons with disabilities and 668 Senior Citizens (Rashtriya Vayoshri yojana) were identified in Mokokchung District. During the program, assistive devices were distributed to 46 PWDs.

 It is informed that distribution in the Sub-divisions will be done accordingly, which will be informed by the respective Administrative Officers.

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