J&K Handicapped Association Protests at Press Colony, Puts Forth 11-Point Demand Charter Srinagar, Aug 4: The Jammu and Kashmir Handicapped Association held a massive protest demonstration at Press Colony Srinagar today, pressing the government to address the long-pending demands of physically challenged persons across the Union Territory. Carrying placards and chanting slogans, the protestors demanded urgent policy reforms and welfare measures. The association presented an 11-point demand list seeking dignity, opportunity, and justice for disabled citizens of J&K. The protestors urged Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and the Social Welfare Department to take immediate cognizance and initiate action. The association warned of intensified protests if the demands continue to be overlooked. Key Demands Raised by the Association: 1. Launch of a special recruitment drive for qualified disabled persons. 2. Enhancement of monthly pension from ₹1250 to ₹3000. 3. Implementation of vertical reservation for persons with disabilities in all government and semi-government jobs, replacing the current horizontal system. 4. Low-interest and subsidized loans for persons with disabilities to encourage entrepreneurship and self-reliance. 5. 4% reservation under MG NAREGA and similar employment schemes, in line with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. 6. A dedicated 4% promotion and transfer policy for disabled government employees. 7. Comprehensive health cover, including free medical aid and treatment at both government and private nursing homes. 8. 4% political reservation in assemblies, municipalities, and panchayats. 9. Reservations in colleges and universities for disabled individuals and their children, akin to SC/ST categories. 10. Formation of an advisory board for physically challenged persons with representation in district development board meetings. 11. Creation of a special advisory board for economic and social development of the disabled community, on the lines of SC/ST/Pahari boards.