Muzaffarnagar Hosts Hunar Haat Diwali Fair To Promote Divyangjan Empowerment, 25 Stalls Showcase Products

Muzaffarnagar: On the occasion of Dhanteras, a Hunar Haat-Diwali Fair was organised on Friday at the Numaish Ground by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities and Neev Shakti Sanstha. The fair was inaugurated by Narendra Kashyap, Uttar Pradesh Minister of State (Independent Charge), who attended as the chief guest. A total of 25 stalls were set up to showcase and sell handicrafts, artworks, diyas, candles, and various products prepared by persons with disabilities.

Handicrafts, Cultural Performances Showcase the Talent of Divyangjan

Various organisations displayed attractive products, including home decoration items, clay utensils, bags, food products, and other handicrafts at the fair. Persons with disabilities also presented cultural performances. Minister Narendra Kashyap appreciated the talent of participants who communicated through sign language and encouraged them to further develop and promote their skills.

Government Committed to Making Persons with Disabilities Self-Reliant

During the event, the minister stated that the state government is providing pensions, financial assistance for the construction and operation of shops, and various assistive devices to empower persons with disabilities. He informed that the monthly disability pension, which was earlier 1,000, has been increased to ₹1,500 by the Chief Minister. The government's objective is to ensure that persons with disabilities do not have to depend on others for their livelihood and daily lives.

Leaders Extend Diwali, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj Greetings

On the occasion, District Panchayat Administrator Dr. Virpal Nirwal, BJP District President Sudhir Saini, and Municipal Chairperson Meenakshi Swarup extended their greetings to everyone on Diwali, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj.

Senior Officials and Neev Shakti Sanstha Representatives Attend the Fair

The programme was attended by District Magistrate Umesh Mishra, Chief Development Officer Amit Kumar, Ramkumar Kashyap, District Empowerment Officer for Persons with Disabilities Diksha Upadhyay, District Backward Classes Welfare Officer Arvind Pal, District Khadi and Village Industries Officer Som Prakash, and other officials from various departments. Richa Vallabh Khulve, Director of Neev Shakti Sanstha, along with other dignitaries, was also present.

Reported By: Rohit