Swayam and CII collaborate to promote inclusive tourism and sports at Goa’s Purple Fest, Ettravelworld

Swayam, India’s leading accessibility organization, has been actively involved in the Purple Fest in Goa. As Chairman of CII’s India Business Disability Network, Sminu Jindal, founder of Swayam, consults on Inclusive Tourism, Hospitality and Sports, Hospitality and Sports, in partnership with the Confederation of Hospitality and Sports (CII) and Purple Festival.

The session was attended by Subhash Pal Dessai, Minister of Social Justice, Government of GOA, GoaPrasad Pawaskar, Chief Disability Commissioner, GOA, Secretary, Disability Commission attended.

The discussions brought together stakeholders from the political, industry and advocacy sectors, regardless of how people with disabilities are doing, whether they are leisurely or without disabilities. Jindal also joined a guest session as Guest Speaker, as Guest Speaker, highlighting the ongoing efforts to make adventure sports such as para-disabled and scuba diving accessible to guests with disabilities.

Emphasizing the need for sustainable and practical measures, Sminu Jindal said lack of accessibility has the potential to cost people more economically, especially in a country with a human touch. It is heartening for a change that goes beyond symbolically and to pave the way for GOA’s accessible Bharat. “

Carlos de Sousa, Tourism, Ciholi, CII Goa, “The round table produced several profound and important proposals. One key point that all participants grew out of was the need to raise awareness among business owners and stakeholders in the sports sector. Sports activities that contribute to the country’s GDP.”

Organized by the Government of Disabilities, Goa, Purple Fest has become one of India’s most influential platforms for disability rights and inclusive practices in association with the Government of Goa, Government of India and international partners.

Featuring Heasage walks, parasailing and a diving experience for the disabled, the event reflects the event’s growing leadership in the growing tourism sector. Swayam’s engagement underscores its mission to ensure dignity and independence for all citizens and remove barriers in public spaces and services.

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