सशक्त हुनर | Empowered Skills – Azad Foundation Society Aligarh

DIVYA KALA EVAM HASTSHILP MAHOTSAV

“Sashakt Divyangjan • Samarth Divyangjan”

Mandal-Level Divyangjan Livelihood & Market-Linkage Exhibition

Implemented by: Azad Foundation Society
Supported by: Divyangjan Sashaktikaran Vibhag, Government of Uttar Pradesh
Date: 16, 17 & 18 March 2025
Venue: Habitat Centre, Aligarh
Coverage: Aligarh • Kasganj • Hathras • Etah

PROJECT IMPACT

Azad Foundation Society successfully organised a 3-day Mandal-level exhibition to provide Divyang artisans and entrepreneurs with a platform for employment, self-employment, product promotion, market access and income-generation opportunities.

100+ stalls showcased products created by Divyangjan, enabling direct customer interaction, wider market exposure and new market linkages.

KEY IMPACT

* 100+ Divyangjan stalls
* 4 districts covered
* 3-day livelihood & market platform
* Product promotion & market linkage
* Cultural and talent showcase
* Opportunities for sustainable self-employment

DIGNITARY PARTICIPATION

The Mahotsav was inaugurated by Hon’ble State Minister Shri Narendra Kumar Kashyap and Principal Secretary Shri Subhash Chandra Sharma, in the presence of senior administrative dignitaries.

The closing ceremony was graced by Commissioner Smt. Sangeeta Singh, DM Shri Sanjeev Ranjan and ASP Ms. Areeba Noman. Divyangjan also presented cultural performances.

IMPACT MODEL

SKILL → PRODUCT → PLATFORM → MARKET → INCOME → EMPOWERMENT

Outcome: The Mahotsav transformed talent into opportunity by connecting Divyangjan with markets, customers and livelihood opportunities—promoting dignity, confidence and economic empowerment.

“Not Sympathy, but Opportunity.
Not Dependency, but Dignity.”

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Day 3 | Divya Shakti Mela – Grand Closing Ceremony

The three-day State-Level Divyang Sports Programme & Divya Shakti Mela concluded with a celebration of talent, achievement, inclusion and empowerment. 🌟

The Closing Ceremony was graced by Shri Sanjeev Ranjan, IAS, District Magistrate, as the Chief Guest. The event also witnessed the gracious presence of Ms. Areeba Noman, IPS, Ms. Parisha Mishra, PCS, Deputy Director, Ms. Ram Sakhi Katheria, Member, Women’s Commission, and Mr. Rohit Kumar, DDEO, along with other distinguished guests.

The ceremony celebrated excellence by recognising the Best Stall, Best Product and Best Presentation, while Divyang stallholders were also honoured for their creativity, enterprise and participation.

The dedicated volunteers who worked behind the scenes to make the three-day programme successful were also appreciated and honoured with Certificates of Recognition.

The closing ceremony was not merely the end of a three-day event—it was a celebration of ability over disability, talent over barriers and opportunity over limitations.

From Sports to Skills | From Talent to Recognition | From Opportunity to Empowerment