State Commissioner’s Office and DEPwD extends invitation for India’s largest Movement on inclusivity, accessibility and empowerment
Goa Khabar: The Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities (SCPwD), Goa, in collaboration with the Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), extended a warm invitation to the Hon’ble Chief Justice of India, Justice B.R. Gavai, to be part of the International Purple Fest Goa 2025, scheduled to take place in Goa from 9th to 12th October 2025.
The festival brochure was formally presented by Shri.Guruprasad Pawaskar (State Commissioner, PwDs), Smt. Varsha Naik (Director, DEPwD) and Shri Taha Haaziq (Secretary, SCPwD). The occasion was also graced by Hon’ble Chief Justice of Bombay High Court, Justice Alok Aradhe, Justice Mahesh Sonak, Justice Valmiki Menezes. Also present were senior journalist Shri Prakash Kamat, Shri Patrick D’Souza (President, Disability Alliance for Inclusive Goa), Ms. Sadaf Khan and Shri Vishant Nagvekar.
The International Purple Fest has become India’s most inclusive movement of abilities, bringing together global experts, policymakers and members of the disability community. The 2025 edition will showcase innovations, policy dialogues, cultural expressions and best practices that promote accessibility and empowerment.
Speaking on the occasion Shri Guruprasad Pawaskar, State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Goa stated that “Purple Fest has emerged as a symbol of hope, dignity, and equal opportunity for persons with disabilities. By inviting the Hon’ble Chief Justice of India, we aim to strengthen the message that accessibility and inclusivity are fundamental rights, not privileges. Purple Fest 2025 will be a defining platform where policy, innovation, and community come together to shape a more inclusive future for all.”
For more information and updates on Purple Fest Goa 2025, visit: www.purplefest.goa.gov.in.Follow us on social media: #PurpleFestGoa2025 | #CelebrateAbility. International Purplefest 2025 is also available on Andriod and IOS on app – International Purple Fest
