The seventh meeting of Sakhyama was convened today at the conference hall of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Tosali Bhavan (A-1 Block), under the chairmanship of Commissioner Bratati Harichandan.
The meeting focused on the critical issue of “Property Rights and Land Ownership Challenges for Persons with Disabilities.” Senior officials from the Revenue & Disaster Management Department, including the Deputy Secretary and Joint Inspector General of Registration, participated in the deliberations.
Khordha Additional District Magistrate, Pratap Chandra Beura, joined as a guest and highlighted provisions under the Basundhara Scheme, which ensures housing land allocation for families with less than four decimals of property. He further suggested categorizing different types of disabilities to streamline benefits.
Commissioner Harichandan emphasized the need for disability-inclusive options in government forms and schemes, ensuring accessibility at every stage. Deputy Secretary of the Social Security & Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department, Shri Sanyasi Behera, presented examples of challenges faced by persons with disabilities and discussed practical solutions.
Kataka Additional District Magistrate, Dibyalochan Mohanta, also shared his views on addressing systemic barriers. The meeting began with a welcome address by the OSD of the Commissioner’s office and witnessed participation from officials across departments, social organizations, institutions, and staff of the Commissioner’s office.
