Andhra Pradesh Launches 'Divyang Shakti' Scheme
Analysis based on 10 articles · First reported Mar 18, 2026 · Last updated Mar 19, 2026
The launch of the 'Divyang Shakti' scheme by India===Andhra Pradesh is a positive development for social welfare, potentially boosting the local economy by increasing mobility and access to services for persons with disabilities. It also ensures a steady revenue stream for India===Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation through government reimbursements.
The India===Andhra Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, launched the 'Divyang Shakti' scheme, offering free bus travel to persons with disabilities across 21 categories with over 40% disability. The scheme, also providing a 50% fare concession for attendants, is expected to benefit approximately 12.76 lakh people. The India===Andhra Pradesh government will allocate Rs 207 crore annually to reimburse India===Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation for the scheme. N. Chandrababu Naidu, accompanied by Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and IT and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh, undertook a symbolic bus journey with beneficiaries and hosted a luncheon, emphasizing the government's commitment to social equity, mobility, and dignity for the disabled community. The scheme aims to enhance access to education, healthcare, employment, and social participation, building on the success of the 'Stree Shakti' scheme for women.
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