Caculo Mall, Panjim, hosted a vibrant three-day celebration for the International Week of the Deaf and the International Day of Sign Languages, featuring sign language awareness, cultural performances, and a pop-up market led by persons with disabilities. Organized in collaboration with the Goa government and Purple Fest 2025, the event was a step forward in accessibility and empowerment.
Held on September 21, 2025, at Hotel Menino, Ponda, the Goa State Chess Championship for Persons with Disabilities brought together inspiring minds and strategic brilliance in an inclusive sporting environment. The event marked a powerful prelude to the upcoming International Purple Fest – Goa 2025.
Hon’ble Minister Shri Subhash Phal Dessai met acclaimed actor Aamir Khan to discuss the upcoming Purple Fest and initiatives aimed at empowering Persons with Disabilities. Their dialogue promises strengthened efforts toward inclusive development.
Dr. Sai Kaustuv Dashgupta, a 90% disabled artist and motivational figure, honored Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday with a special graphic artwork created using only one finger. Despite battling a rare brittle bone disease and over 50 fractures, his unbreakable spirit continues to inspire millions across India.
In a pioneering move for inclusive policing, Goa Police, in collaboration with DEPwD, the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, and iProbono India, successfully concluded a four-day sensitisation and awareness training on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016. Held from August 18–21 in Panjim, the training equipped over 650 police officers with the tools to engage persons with disabilities with empathy and dignity.
