Purple Fest 2025: Promoting Inclusivity and Empowerment at Rashtrapati Bhavan
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | The Purple Fest 2025 |
| Venue | Rashtrapati Bhavan, Amrit Udyan |
| Organizer | Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DePwD), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment |
| Chief Guest | President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu |
Mains Relevant
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Key Focus | Promoted inclusivity, accessibility, and empowerment for Divyangjan (Persons with Disabilities) |
| Activities | - Literary discussions ('Meet the Director', 'Author Sessions') <br> - Adaptive sports (Blind Cricket, Boccia, Wheelchair Basketball) <br> - Cultural performances by Divyang artists |
| Corporate Collaborations | Partnerships with Tata Power, American India Foundation (AIF), Hans India, Tech Mahindra Foundation |
| Social Impact Focus | Education, Skilling & employment, Improved accessibility for Persons with Disabilities |
| MoUs Signed | Multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) for enhanced accessibility, economic empowerment, and inclusive growth |