States » NorthPosted at: Oct 5 2026 11:43PM


Haryana official calls for dedicated facility for children with special needs in Panchkula

Chandigarh, Oct 5 (UNI) Haryana Information and Public Relations Commissioner and Secretary K.M. Pandurang on Monday called for the establishment of a fully equipped institution in Panchkula to provide education, healthcare and training to children with special needs.
Pandurang was speaking at an event at Mata Mansa Devi Gaushala, marking the 13th anniversary of the Panchkula Gaushala Trust and the third anniversary of the “Kalam Express” initiative.
“The talent of children with special needs cannot be confined by limitations. Their physical challenges do not define their potential,” Pandurang said.
He said appropriate training, medical care and encouragement could help children with special needs develop their abilities and become more independent.
Pandurang said a dedicated institution in Panchkula could provide specialised education, healthcare, training and other support while also assisting parents and families.
He also praised Kalam Express, a “School on Wheels” initiative launched in 2023 to provide education, specialised training and physiotherapy to children who are unable to attend mainstream schools because of physical conditions.
The initiative has received support from Shri Dhanwantari Ayurvedic College and Hospital and the Indian Red Cross Society in Panchkula, officials said.
Children with special needs presented cultural performances at the event. Pandurang distributed school bags and also felicitated senior citizens, teachers and physiotherapists.
“With the right opportunities, training, medical care, love and encouragement, these children can become a source of inspiration for their families and society,” Pandurang said.
UNI NB CDS
Tags: #Haryana official calls for dedicated facility for children with special needs in Panchkula
More News

YS Parmar varsity turmoil: VC withdraws register of powers

06 Oct 2026 | 12:11 AM

Solan, Oct 5 (UNI) In an unprecedented administrative showdown, the Vice-Chancellor of Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, has stripped Registrar Siddhartha Acharya of all statutory and administrative powers with immediate effect. .

see more..

Haryana official calls for dedicated facility for children with special needs in Panchkula

05 Oct 2026 | 11:43 PM

Chandigarh, Oct 5 (UNI) Haryana Information and Public Relations Commissioner and Secretary K.M. Pandurang on Monday called for the establishment of a fully equipped institution in Panchkula to provide education, healthcare and training to children with special needs.

see more..

One juvenile held after three escape from Faridabad observation home; 151 arrested in weekend crackdown

05 Oct 2026 | 11:42 PM

Faridabad, Oct 5 (UNI) Faridabad police have apprehended one of three juveniles who escaped from an observation home in the city, while a separate three-day crackdown led to the arrest of 151 accused and action against 46 proclaimed offenders and bail absconders, police said on Monday.

see more..

Golden homecoming: Families hail India’s Asian Games Hockey triumph as champions return to Amritsar

05 Oct 2026 | 11:39 PM

Neeraj Bali.

see more..

Air quality ‘poor’ in parts of Haryana, UP; Delhi records ‘moderate’ AQI

05 Oct 2026 | 11:38 PM

Panchkula, Oct 5: Air quality was in the ‘poor’ category in several parts of Haryana and Uttar Pradesh on Monday, while Delhi recorded ‘moderate’ air quality, according to the latest National Capital Region air quality bulletin.

see more..