Kolkata; November 01, 2025

 

The National Institute for Locomotor Disabilities (Divyangjan), Kolkata, organized the Inauguration Ceremony of CSR-supported projects today.

The event was graced by Shri Rajeev Sharma, Joint Secretary, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan), Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, Shri Niraj Kumar Panda, Chief General Manager, State Bank of India (SBI), Kolkata Circle and Shri Rajesh Kumar, General Manager, SBI, Kolkata circle. Dr. Lalit Narayan, Director, NILD, Kolkata, Dr. Yogesh Dubey, Executive Council Member, NILD, Kolkata, and Mr. Tarun Kumar, In-Charge, Regional Marketing Centre, ALIMCO and other NILD officials were also present in the program.

Shri Rajesh Aggarwal (IAS), Secretary, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan), MSJ&E, Government of India, joined the event virtually and addressed the gathering in online mode.

During the ceremony 15 kW Digital C-Arm Machine, 3D Scanning and Printing Unit and Open Gym for Holistic Rehabilitation – supported by State Bank of India (CSR). The Sensory Park for Inclusive Child Development – supported by ALIMCO (CSR) These facilities have been established to strengthen the Institute’s rehabilitation, training, and therapeutic services for persons with disabilities (PwDs), promoting inclusion, independence, and skill-based learning.

The event also featured a Prize Distribution Ceremony for the winners of the World Occupational Therapy Day Competitions and the distribution of cheques to 21 students of Prosthetics & Orthotics (P&O) under the “Sikho aur Kamao (Learn and Earn)” initiative, guided by Shri Rajesh Aggarwal, Secretary, DEPwDs, MSJ&E, Govt. of India.

Shri Rajesh Aggarwal appreciated NILD, Kolkata, for promoting practical, hands-on learning through the “Learn and Earn” programme and encouraged all rehabilitation institutions to focus more on practical skill training than theoretical instruction. Shri Sharma praised NILD, Kolkata for “mobilizing CSR funds for the holistic rehabilitation of persons with disabilities.” He expressed his appreciation to SBI and ALIMCO for extending CSR support and congratulated NILD for successfully implementing projects that directly enhance accessibility and inclusion.

Shri Niraj Kumar Panda, CGM, SBI Kolkata Circle, stated that “SBI is not only a bank confined to financial transactions, but also a socially responsible institution dedicated to community service. Our partnership with NILD, Kolkata, is a reflection of this commitment and SBI will continue such initiatives in future for social welfare and empowerment of Divyangjan.”

Dr. Lalit Narayan, Director, NILD, expressed gratitude to all dignitaries and partner organizations for their guidance and support, reaffirming the Institute’s commitment to creating an inclusive and empowering environment for persons with disabilities. NILD Activities of last two years appreciated by the dignitaries of the program.

On the occasion of World Occupational Therapy Week Aids and appliances distributed to Divyangjan and senior citizen by ALIMCO under PMDK and Vote of thanks by Sri Sougato Banerjee, Dy. Director (Admn.), NILD, Kolkata.

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