Swabhiman ''State disABILITY Information and Resource Center''

Swabhiman ''State disABILITY Information and Resource Center'' 'Founded in 2000, Swabhiman (State Disability Information And Resource Centre) is a registered nonpro

Swabhiman – State Disability Information and Resource Centre was established in the year 2000 and registered as a non-profit in 2002. It is a cross-disability organization and advocates for a human rights-based approach to disability. One of India’s frontline disability organization, it is founded and led by people with disabilities. Program areas include advocacy, awareness, education, research,

and training. It was at the forefront of the new disability law consultation and passage, accessible elections, Census 2011, and amendment of several policies. Focuses on achieving SDG4 (Inclusive Education), SDG8 (Decent Employment), SDG6 (WASH), SDG10 (Reducing Inequality), SDG11 (Accessible Cities) SDG17 (Disaggregated Data); and increasing public awareness on disability rights. Has served over 47000 children and youth with disabilities directly and lakhs indirectly.

19/06/2026

Empowering Education Through Support !!

Asha Bahadur, an Anjali Scholar of the 2025–26 session, approached Dr. Sruti Mohapatra with a request for a laptop to support her studies and enhance her learning experience. Recognizing the importance of access to digital resources in education, Swabhiman responded positively and provided her with a laptop.

Today, Asha expresses her heartfelt appreciation for this timely support, which will help her continue her academic journey with greater confidence and convenience. Her story reflects the commitment of the Anjali Scholarship Programme and Swabhiman towards enabling scholars to achieve their educational aspirations.



📢 Anjali Scholarship 2026–27 is now open!Do you know a deserving student with a disability who could benefit from educat...
19/06/2026

📢 Anjali Scholarship 2026–27 is now open!

Do you know a deserving student with a disability who could benefit from educational support? Help us reach those who need it most.

Scan the QR Code to access the application link and share it with deserving students with disabilities in your family, community, and network.

Together, let's make education accessible to all.

Anjali Scholarship Program: Preparing Tomorrow’s Leaders Today
07/06/2026

Anjali Scholarship Program: Preparing Tomorrow’s Leaders Today





Celebrating the academic excellence, determination, and achievements of Divyang students across Odisha.If you know a stu...
04/06/2026

Celebrating the academic excellence, determination, and achievements of Divyang students across Odisha.

If you know a student with a disability who has excelled in the Board Examinations, nominate them for recognition and honour under Prerana Samman 2026.

Honouring brilliance. Inspiring dreams. Empowering futures.

📅 Last date for nomination: 25 June 2026



03/06/2026

Asha Bahadur Gurum, a Visual Impaired Scholar of the Anjali Scholarship Programme, shares her inspiring journey and experience with the programme. She highlights how the scholarship has positively impacted her life by supporting her educational aspirations and helping her overcome financial challenges.

The Anjali Scholarship Programme has not only eased her financial burden but has also empowered her to pursue her dreams with confidence and determination.

🌟 Every scholarship creates an opportunity, every opportunity transforms a life.





It was a space where mothers with disabilities and mothers of children with disabilities were honoured with dignity, war...
25/05/2026

It was a space where mothers with disabilities and mothers of children with disabilities were honoured with dignity, warmth, and respect.

Through conversations, small gestures, and shared moments, people didn’t just attend—they connected.

It reminded us that inclusion does not always need large platforms.
It begins in simple spaces, when people choose to show up with understanding.

Thank you to everyone who made this what it was.
We carry this forward.

If you know any divyang student who has cleared his/her/their matriculation examination with flying colors in 2026, has ...
21/05/2026

If you know any divyang student who has cleared his/her/their matriculation examination with flying colors in 2026, has an extraordinary achievement in any field, chosen regular academics or sports, dance, vocal music, instrumental music, theatre, fine arts, films, fashion, or anything innovative, then nominate them for 2026 Prerana Samman. Send us their contact details by call/whatsapp on 9238106667 or email us at [email protected].

Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department, Government of Odisha Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, MSJE Ministry of Education

On 19th May 2026, SERPL, Indian Oil, Bhubaneswar hosted a webinar on “Disability is a Challenge, Not an Obstacle to Succ...
20/05/2026

On 19th May 2026, SERPL, Indian Oil, Bhubaneswar hosted a webinar on “Disability is a Challenge, Not an Obstacle to Success.” Dr. Sruti Mohapatra joined as the Chief Speaker, sharing her inspiring journey of resilience, inclusion, and empowerment. She was felicitated by Mr. Duvvada Sudhakara Rao, Director, SERPL, Indian Oil, in the presence of over 100 staff members who participated in the motivational session physically and online.

In her address, Dr. Sruti Mohapatra shared how a sudden accident transformed her life from being an active and accomplished young woman into a wheelchair user with high support needs, changing society’s perception of her from achiever to burden. Facing isolation, rejection, and humiliation, she rebuilt her life with determination and the support of her family, eventually becoming one of India’s leading disability rights advocates. She highlighted her contribution to major disability laws, accessible elections, the Inclusive Education Policy, and the Accessible India Campaign. Dr. Mohapatra also emphasized the need for equal opportunity policies, accessible workplaces, and reasonable accommodation, stressing that these are not privileges but essential measures to ensure equal participation and productivity of persons with disabilities.

Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, MSJE Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department, Government of Odisha

On 18 May 2026, Dr. Sruti Mohapatra met with senior IAS officers — Shri Suresh Kumar Vasishth (Secretary, SSEPD), Shri B...
19/05/2026

On 18 May 2026, Dr. Sruti Mohapatra met with senior IAS officers — Shri Suresh Kumar Vasishth (Secretary, SSEPD), Shri Balwant Singh and Shri Dipankar Mahapatra (Odisha Tourism) — to discuss proposals for inclusive development.

Every conversation at the right table brings us one step closer to an inclusive Odisha.

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