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Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra

Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra, based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, has 1 opportunity for children on WiWit, checked before listing.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Opportunities from Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra

Scholarship

State Pre-Matric Scholarship for Disabled Persons (Maharashtra)

by Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra

Maharashtra state scholarship offering monthly stipend to school students with at least 40% disability studying in Classes 1 to 10.

For children ages 6 to 15
In-person event
Free to participate
Scholarships & Awards
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About

The Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra, was established in December 2022 as a separate department dedicated to the welfare and empowerment of persons with disabilities across the state. The department was carved out of the earlier Department of Social Justice and Special Assistance to provide focused governance for disability-related schemes. The department administers a comprehensive portfolio of programmes covering education support, vocational rehabilitation, financial assistance, aids and appliances, and inclusive welfare schemes. It serves all seven categories of disability recognised under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, with delivery through district welfare offices and partner institutions. Key programmes include scholarships for school and higher education, rehabilitation and skill development support, and direct benefit transfer schemes for monthly maintenance. The department coordinates with the Cabinet Minister for Persons with Disabilities and is led at the administrative level by an IAS Principal Secretary. The department aims to create an enabling environment where persons with disabilities can pursue education, livelihood, and social participation on equal terms.

Affiliations

Government of MaharashtraRights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016

Programs Offered

  • State Pre-Matric Scholarship for Disabled Persons
  • Aids and Appliances Distribution
  • Rehabilitation and Skill Development
  • Marriage Incentive Scheme
  • Vocational Training for Persons with Disabilities

Achievements

  • Established as an independent department dedicated to persons with disabilities on 15 December 2022
  • Launched a doorstep delivery initiative for Unique Disability ID (UDID) cards for persons with disabilities
  • Operates a unified statewide digital portal for online registration and application to disability welfare schemes

Leadership

  • Shri Atul Save, Cabinet Minister, Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra)
  • Dr. Manik Gursale, IAS, Principal Secretary (Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra)

Frequently asked questions

What does Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra offer for children?
Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra has 1 opportunity for children listed on WiWit, each checked before listing. Every listing above shows who is eligible, the key dates, and the fee, so you can see what fits your child.
Where does my child apply for Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra opportunities?
On Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra's own website. WiWit is a free, independent directory that helps you discover and compare opportunities; your child registers or applies with Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra directly, never on WiWit.
Has WiWit checked Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra?
Yes. WiWit checked Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra's identity and registration, along with contact details and location details. Its opportunities are each checked against Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra's official source before they are listed.
Where is Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra based?
Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Each of its listings shows whether the opportunity runs online or in person, so you can check what works for your child.
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Contact Information

depwd.maharashtra.gov.in/sunanda.ghadyale@nic.in022-40145145
31, 32, 35A, Third Floor, Mittal Tower, Barrister Rajni Patel Marg, Nariman Point

Quick Facts

Type
Government program
Founded
2022
Opportunities
1 on WiWit

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