An MoU was signed between the Indian Sign Language Research and Training Centre (ISLRTC), under D/o Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), M/o Social Justice & Empowerment, and the National Book Trust (NBT), at the NBT Pavilion during the World Book Fair 2025.

This MoU aims to convert 500 NBT storybooks, general reading materials, and other engaging books into accessible formats for Deaf children through Indian Sign Language (ISL).

The MoU was signed by Shri Kumar Raju, Director, ISLRTC and Shri Yuvraj Malik, Director, NBT in the presence of Shri Rajeev Sharma, Joint Secretary, DEPwD, and Professor Milind Sudhakar Marathe, Chairperson, NBT.

Addressing the gathering, Shri Rajeev Sharma and Professor Milind Sudhakar Marathe emphasized that this is a great joint venture by ISLRTC and NBT, highlighting its significance in developing accessibility and inclusivity in education.

Director ISLRTC and Director NBT also addressed the audience, reaffirming their commitment to making reading literature available for deaf children across the country. They expressed that this collaboration is a step forward in ensuring that Deaf children have access to quality reading materials in their preferred mode of communication.

The signing and exchange of the MoU mark a significant milestone in promoting accessible inclusive education. Officials from ISLRTC and NBT were also present at the event, showing their collective dedication to this initiative.

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