On behalf of the All India UCO Bank Divyangjan Employees Welfare Association, a press briefing on Disability Awareness was organized on 2nd December at Kolkata Press Club. ALL INDIA UCO BANK Divyangjan Employees Welfare Association, aims to promote disability awareness and inclusivity among UCO Bank employees, commemorating World Disability Day.
The association plays a vital role in promoting disability awareness and implementing policies that benefit Divyangjan employees. Their primary objective is to ensure that UCO Bank provides an inclusive and accessible work environment, regardless of the type of disability.
The Accessible India Campaign (AIC), launched by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPWD), aims to achieve universal accessibility for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). The campaign focuses on three key areas: Built Environment Accessibility, Transportation System Accessibility, and Information and Communication Eco-System Accessibility
To Implement divyangjan employees related policy in UCO Bank, the association will work closely with the social justice welfare department and divyangjan department under the Government of India. This will ensure that the policies are aligned with the government’s initiatives and guidelines, providing a supportive and Inclusive work environment for Divyangjan employees.
Mr. Subhrangshu Bhakta Cowdhury, General Secretary, said, “On the occasion of World Disability Day, we reaffirm our commitment to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment for all our employees, including those with disabilities. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential for driving innovation and growth, and we are dedicated to providing equal opportunities and support to our Divyangjan employees.”
“We are proud to be part of an organization that values diversity and inclusion. As we celebrate World Disability Day, we recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is accessible and inclusive for all employees. We are committed to working together to achieve this goal”, added, Mr. Akkisetty Sreenivasulu, President.
December 3rd is observed globally as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a day to promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. The association recognizes the importance of creating an inclusive and accessible work environment that values diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all. As they are celebrating the world disable day on 3rd December every year, the association is conducting various seminars and sensitizing divyangjan people about their rights and equalities which are prescribed for them in PWD act, 2016.