Thu May 22 14:52:37 UTC 2025: ## Summary:

A Sugamya Yatra awareness rally, focusing on accessibility for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), was launched in Chamarajanagar, Karnataka. Zilla panchayat CEO Mona Roht flagged off the rally, emphasizing the government’s commitment to the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. The initiative involves surveying government buildings and public spaces to assess and improve accessibility. The government is partnering with the Association of People with Disability (APD), Bengaluru, to provide training and utilize the S2A mobile application for data collection. Training sessions have been held for rehabilitation workers to equip them with the necessary skills for the survey.

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**Karnataka Launches Accessibility Drive for Persons with Disabilities**

**Mysuru, May 22, 2025** – An awareness rally for “Sugamya Yatra,” an initiative aimed at improving accessibility for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), was launched in Chamarajanagar, Karnataka on Thursday. The rally, flagged off by Zilla panchayat Chief Executive Officer Mona Roht, signals a renewed focus on implementing the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

The “Sugamya Yatra” aims to assess and improve infrastructure in government offices, urban local bodies, and public spaces to ensure barrier-free environments for PwDs. The rally, operating under the slogan “Every step of the accessible journey leads toward equality,” highlights the government’s commitment to inclusivity.

Speaking at the launch, Ms. Roht emphasized the collective responsibility to provide essential facilities and eliminate barriers in public spaces. The initiative involves a comprehensive survey of government buildings and public areas, spearheaded by district welfare officer for the differently abled, Meenakshi.

To bolster this effort, the government has partnered with the Association of People with Disability (APD), Bengaluru. APD will provide specialized training to Village Rehabilitation Workers and Multi-purpose Rehabilitation Workers in data collection and will leverage the S2A mobile application to streamline the process. Recent training sessions have equipped rehabilitation workers with the necessary skills to conduct the survey effectively.

This initiative underscores Karnataka’s commitment to creating a more accessible and inclusive society for its citizens with disabilities.

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