NNWN / Thiruvananthapuram, 2017-06-13

Vice President M Hamid Ansari on Tuesday said that Differently abled children can be the best ambassadors for 'Anuyatra' or walking together campaign. Addressing an event to launch MPower programme under 'Anuyatra' campaign of Kerala government, in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday, the Vice President said that the programme is a creative way to convey to the world that these children are not disabled or differently abled but are specially abled. The allocation and utilization of funds for persons with special needs, and the social awareness for their integration and care, remains inadequate, he added.

According to him, there is little doubt that these special children are capable of tremendous achievements, with a little additional care and encouragement. The use of magic, to bring out their inherent talent, is a creative way to convey to the world that they are not disabled or differently abled but are specially abled; that given adequate support, they are capable of doing any wonder with pride and dignity.

“I am sure that with their unique talents and dedication, these special children will not only showcase the determination and triumph of human spirit but would also inspire many others to overcome challenges and realize their dreams”, he said.

The ‘MPower’ programme- is to be managed by the Kerala Social Security Mission( KSSM), under the Social Justice Department in collaboration with the Magic Academy.