The Constitution of India ensures equality, freedom, justice and dignity of all individuals and mandates an inclusive society for all including persons with disabilities (PwD)
The Government of India signed UNCRPD and enacted Rights of Persons with Disability Act 2016 that recognizes that persons with disability are entitled to equal opportunities & rights to participate in the political, social, and economic and self- development activities in all walks of life. In keeping with the developments at the National and International level, the Government of Maharashtra has taken several initiatives to align with the national agenda. This includes formation of Action Plan 2001, School code for Special schools & workshops, Guidelines for recognition of institutions serving PwDs etc.
