Purple Fest 2025: A Celebration of Inclusivity and Empowerment
The Purple Fest 2025 was held at Rashtrapati Bhavan and organized by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DePwD), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. With an enthusiastic participation of 23,500 attendees, the event aimed to promote inclusivity, accessibility, and empowerment for Divyangjan (Persons with Disabilities). The fest featured literary discussions, sports activities, corporate collaborations, and cultural performances, all focused on creating opportunities and fostering an inclusive society.
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| Summary/Static | Details |
| Why in the news? | Purple Fest 2025: A Celebration of Inclusivity and Empowerment |
| Organized by | Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DePwD), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment |
| Venue | Rashtrapati Bhavan, Amrit Udyan |
| Total Attendees | 23,500 |
| Other Dignitaries | Dr. Virendra Kumar (Union Minister), B.L. Verma (MoS, SJ&E) |
| Key Activities | Cultural performances, literary discussions, adaptive sports, corporate collaborations |
| Sports Events | Blind Cricket, Boccia, Wheelchair Basketball |
| Corporate Partners | Tata Power, AIF, Hans India, Tech Mahindra Foundation |
| MoUs Signed For | Accessibility, education, employment, economic empowerment |
| Main Objective | Promote inclusivity, empower Divyangjan, create sustainable opportunities |
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