Govt Reserves 4% Central Housing Quota for Employees with Disabilities

Govt reserves 4% central housing quota for employees with disabilities

The move aims to ensure greater accessibility and equal opportunity in government housing.

Centre Announces 4% Government Housing Quota For Persons With Disabilities

The Centre will provide 4 per cent reservation for persons with disabilities in the allotment of government housing under the General Pool Residential Accommodation category.

Centre announces 4% reservation for 'Divyangjans' in government housing projects

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs on Thursday announced a landmark step towards inclusive governance as it granted 4% reservation to 'Divyangjans' (differently-abled) persons in government housing. "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," an official release sa…

Advancing Accessibility: Odisha Govt Launches NAVINAUT Initiative

The Odisha government has unveiled an innovative project, NAVINAUT, aimed at enhancing accessibility for persons with disabilities. The initiative, launched on May 23, 2025, underscores the state’s commitment to fostering an inclusive society. NAVINAUT, implemented under the Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (SSEPD) department, integrates advanced technology like LIDAR mapping to assess […] The post Advancing Accessibi…

Centre Announces 4% Reservation for Persons with Disabilities in Central Government Housing Schemes - The Logical Indian

On 22 May 2025, the central government announced a historic 4% reservation in all central government housing schemes for Divyangjans (persons with disabilities). This policy, spearheaded by Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, mandates that a dedicated quota be reserved across flats, hostels, and residential accommodations allotted by the government. The move aims to empower Divyangjans by ensuring accessible, affordable…

Centre allocates 4% housing quota for persons with disabilities

New Delhi: The Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs on Thursday announced a reservation of 4 per cent in the allotment of Central government housing to persons with disabilities, as part of the government’s move to ensure “equity, dignity, and accessibility in public services".  “In alignment with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, the Directorate of Estates has issued an Office Memorandum to ensure fair access to central …