Commemorating the 5th anniversary of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the Education Mission Society, Samagra Shiksha, organised a Mega Identification and Assessment Camp for children living with disabilities at Dr. Motsuo Memorial District Hospital, Wokha, on Tuesday.
More than a hundred special children, including government school students and those receiving home education, availed the services, which included free medical check-ups, assessments, and incentives.
T Ezantthung Lotha, District Inclusive Education (IE) Coordinator, Wokha, informed that government doctors conducted detailed assessments of the students, evaluating the percentage of their disabilities and subsequently issuing disability certificates.
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He further stated that the certified students would be eligible to avail various government services and benefits, including travel concessions.
The camp was led by Dr N Mhonchan Kithan, Medical Superintendent of Dr Motsuo Memorial District Hospital, along with seven other medical officers from different departments.