Backlog of jobs reserved for physically challenged in the government departments would be filled soon, Collector N. Yuvaraj said during a function organised by the district administration on the occasion of World Disabled Day here on Wednesday.
“The delay is due to the cases pending in court but we will try to remove the hurdles and fill the backlog vacancies. All help will be extended to the physically handicapped and for the welfare of old people,” Mr. Yuvaraj said. Funds meant for medical aid for this category of people would also be realised soon, he added.
Andhra University Dr. Ambedkar Assembly Hall was packed with students and members of various schools and voluntary organisations working for the welfare of the physically challenged. An exhibition was organised and schoolchildren presented an impressive cultural programme. Some recounted the help received from the government and the agencies in shaping their future. Assistant Director of Welfare for Physically Challenged G. Narasimhulu presided.
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MLAs P.V.G.R. Naidu and V. Ganesh Kumar spoke.