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flag India's 2026-27 budget allocates ₹300 crore for disability empowerment via new skill training and assistive tech initiatives.

flag The Union Budget 2026-27 allocates Rs 300 crore for persons with disabilities through two new schemes: the Divyangjan Kaushal Yojana for skill training in IT, hospitality, and other sectors, and the Divyangjan Sahara Yojana to boost assistive device production and innovation. flag It includes a tax exemption for armed forces disability pensions and expands access to assistive technology through new retail-style marts. flag While the Department of Empowerment saw a 30% funding increase, enforcement of disability rights laws faced a cut. flag Rights groups and advocates welcome the shift toward empowerment but stress the need for consistent implementation and greater investment.

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