Guwahati Blind High School Serves as a Beacon of Inclusive and Empowering Education: Governor

Guwahati, 4 January (HS): Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Sunday attended the Golden Jubilee celebration of Guwahati Blind High School at Basistha here, marking 50 years of the institution’s dedicated service in educating visually impaired children.

Addressing the gathering, the Governor congratulated the students, teachers, staff and alumni on the completion of five decades of commitment to inclusive education. He said the true progress of a society is reflected in the dignity, opportunities and inclusion it ensures for persons with disabilities.

Highlighting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision, Acharya said persons with disabilities are an integral part of the nation’s human resources. He referred to key initiatives such as the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 and the Accessible India Campaign, aimed at ensuring equal opportunities and creating a barrier-free environment. He also spoke about the Assam Government’s efforts under the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan, including the provision of Braille books, assistive devices, scholarships and improved infrastructure for visually impaired students.

The Governor further noted that Lok Bhavan, Assam contributes to the welfare of persons with disabilities through initiatives like the Vishwakarma Samman Scheme, which honours individuals with disabilities for their outstanding achievements.

Appreciating the inclusive and holistic approach of Guwahati Blind High School, Acharya said the effective use of modern technology has enabled visually impaired students to actively participate in mainstream education. He lauded the school’s achievements in academic, cultural and sporting fields, and congratulated former students Himakhi Devi and Simu Das for bringing laurels to Assam and the country at national and international levels.

Encouraging the students, the Governor remarked that education is the strongest means to achieve self-reliance and self-confidence, adding that true light resides not in the eyes but in the mind and intellect. He expressed confidence that Guwahati Blind High School would continue to serve as a beacon of inclusive and empowering education.

MLA of Dispur constituency Atul Bora, State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities Sushma Hazarika, along with other dignitaries and students of the school, were present on the occasion.----------

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