The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment announced on 27 October 2026 that Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar reviewed the construction of the permanent premises for the Composite Regional Centre (CRC) in Jammu. The facility, estimated to cost around Rs 24 crore, will provide rehabilitation, special education, and skill development for persons with disabilities. It will include a Pradhan Mantri Divyasha Kendra for assistive devices and laboratories for customised artificial limbs. The release does not say when the facility will officially open, but the Minister emphasised its timely completion.
Key points
- Estimated cost: around Rs 24 crore
- Location: Village Chak Jawala, Vijaypur, District Samba, Jammu & Kashmir
- Features: Laboratories for customised artificial limbs and assistive devices
- Education: Planned B.Ed. and M.Ed. programmes in disability rehabilitation
- Services: Physiotherapy and specialised training for children with disabilities
When it applies
- Minister's visit to construction site
Who it affects
- persons with disabilities (Divyangjan)