National Career Service Centres for Differently Abled (NCSC-DA) Diwali Mela Showcases Craftsmanship and Entrepreneurial Talent of Persons with Disabilities

The National Career Service Centres for Differently Abled (NCSC-DAs) under the Ministry of Labour and Employment organised a Diwali Mela to showcase handmade products, craftsmanship, and vocational skills of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). Trainees and alumni from centres in Delhi, Thiruvananthapuram, Dehradun, Bhubaneshwar, Kolkata, and Mumbai displayed items such as jute bags, candles, paintings, and woodwork. The event aimed to provide a platform for PwDs to display creativity, interact with visitors, and explore self-employment and market linkages. The Ministry plans to expand the event into a larger national platform in future editions.