On Sign Language Day, an interpreter recalls a moment on stage with the President
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SourceThe Hindu - National
PublishedTuesday, 22 September 2026
Affected Population~26.8 million persons with disabilities (Census 2011; likely undercounted)
Key Numbers
RPwD Act 2016: 21 recognised disabilities
UDID cards issued: over 1 crore
Accessible India Campaign: 1,600+ public buildings audited
Key Authorities
Department of Empowerment of Persons with DisabilitiesMinistry of Social Justice & EmpowermentOffice of the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities
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Persons with DisabilitiesDisability Rights OrganisationsSpecial Educators
Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi chaired a BRICS session on inclusive global governance, calling for greater representation of the Global South and stronger multilateral cooperation.
1w agoCabinet Committee on InfrastructureAnnouncementPress release
Government of India press release: Prime Minister chaired the BRICS session on “Inclusive Global Governance and Strengthening Multilateralism” (September 12, 2026)
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