Deendayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme (DDRS)

DDRS is a Central Sector Scheme which is being implemented since 1999 for providing financial assistance to NGOs working for education and rehabilitation of persons with disabilities. This scheme was revised in 2018 and the revised scheme is being implemented since 1^st April 2018.

• The scheme was revised mainly to keep it in line with Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, update price rise and remove outdated project models. The scheme has been lauded for encouraging civil society organizations participation in socio-welfare activities aimed at PwDs. It is administered by Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities in the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.