India Marks Sign Language Day 2025

On 23rd September 2025, the Indian Sign Language Research and Training Centre (ISLRTC) is organising a programme in New Delhi to celebrate ‘Sign Language Day – 2025’, in line with the United Nations’ declaration of this date as the International Day of Sign Languages.

The day aims to raise awareness about the importance of sign language in ensuring the human rights of persons who are Deaf and promoting their social inclusion and equality.
This year’s theme, ‘No Human Rights Without Sign Language Rights’, highlights the critical role of sign language in guaranteeing dignity, accessibility, and full participation in society for Deaf individuals.
The celebration will include programmes and initiatives designed to educate the public and policymakers about sign language rights and accessibility measures.
ISLRTC, under the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Govt of India), leads efforts to promote research, training, and awareness related to Indian Sign Language across the country.