11/10/2025
Purple Fest Goa 2025, the Purple Convention on “Beyond Barriers: Expanding Horizons for Persons with Disabilities” was organised by Radio Udaan and MAD Foundation at Panaji, Goa.
Hon’ble Minister of Social Welfare, Govt. of Goa, Shri Subhash Phal Desai, along with dignitaries, Shri Guruprasad Pawaskar,SCPD Goa, Shri Haaziq Taha, Secretary to SCPD Goa, Madhvi Katariya,SCPD Chandigarh, Ms Bratai Harichandrani, SCPD Orisa, Shri S.K Rungta , Sr. Advocate and General Secretary National Federation of blind and President Blind union, Shri Pradeep A., Director, , Mr Daniel, TouchPad Pro Foundation, New York, shared their valuable insights.
Speaking at the event, Shri Praveen A. Director, , emphasised the importance of close engagement with stakeholders to ensure policies reflect ground realities. He highlighted the transformative potential of emerging technologies, especially AI, in creating an inclusive future.
is driving a movement to ensure equal and dignified opportunities for Persons with Disabilities across education, employment, skill development, entrepreneurship, technology, sports & leadership.