**Summary:**
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, under the leadership of Minister Manohar Lal, has implemented a policy to reserve 4% of central government housing for persons with disabilities. This initiative aligns with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 and the Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan, and aims to promote equity, dignity, and accessibility in public services, furthering the government's commitment to inclusive governance. The Directorate of Estates has issued an Office Memorandum to enact this policy.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Housing Urban Affairs: A government ministry responsible for housing and urban development.
Shri Manohar Lal: Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs.
Central Government Housing: Residential accommodations provided by the central government.
Persons with Disabilities: Individuals with disabilities, the intended beneficiaries of the policy.
22 MAY 2025: Date of the press release or announcement.
PIB Delhi: Press Information Bureau, Delhi - likely the source of the announcement.
Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas: A vision of inclusive development.
Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan: An accessibility campaign promoting equal opportunities for citizens.
Rights of Persons with Disabilities RPwD Act, 2016: A legal act ensuring the rights and entitlements of persons with disabilities.
Directorate of Estates: A government body responsible for managing government-owned properties, including residential accommodations.
Office Memorandum: An official communication issued by the Directorate of Estates regarding the housing reservation policy.
4: The percentage of reservation in central government housing for persons with disabilities.
SK Release ID: 2130515: A unique identifier for the press release.
Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal takes landmark
step towards inclusive governance
Advancing Inclusion: 4% Reservation in Central
Government Housing for Persons with Disabilities
Posted On: 22 MAY 2025 4:34PM by PIB Delhi
In a Landmark Move Towards Inclusive Development drawing inspiration from the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s
vision of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas and reaffirming the commitment to equal opportunities for all citizens
under the Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan, the Hon’ble Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs Shri Manohar Lal
has taken a landmark step towards inclusive governance.
In alignment with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, the Directorate of
Estates has issued an Office Memorandum to ensure fair access to central government residential
accommodations for persons with disabilities.
Going forward, a reservation of 4% in the allotment of central government housing will be provided
to persons with disabilities, marking a substantial move towards equity, dignity, and accessibility in
public services.
This initiative reflects the government’s dedication to the empowerment of every citizen and also
strengthens the foundation of an inclusive and accessible India.
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