Published: 8 October 2025DD NewsGovernance
International Purple Fest 2025 Opens in Goa: Theme 'Universal Design and Inclusive Thinking'
The International Purple Fest 2025 commenced in Goa from October 9-12, with the theme 'Universal Design and Inclusive Thinking'. The event was organised by the Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Goa, in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and the United Nations India.
The Fest drew over 10,000 delegates from more than 25 countries and 50,000 visitors. Three landmark initiatives were launched: an IELTS training handbook for persons with disabilities, a Recognition of Prior Learning programme for Indian Sign Language interpreters, and a new ASL/BSL training programme. The DI-verse Certification, India's first comprehensive disability inclusion certification, felicitated 17 companies for inclusive hiring and workplace accessibility.
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Q: Discuss the significance of the International Purple Fest 2025 and how such platforms advance disability inclusion as a mainstream policy movement. Answer (50 words): Purple Fest 2025 in Goa (October 9-12) drew over 10,000 delegates from 25 countries under the theme 'Universal Design and Inclusive Thinking'. It launched an IELTS handbook for disabled candidates, Indian Sign Language recognition of prior learning, and DI-verse certification. Seventeen companies were felicitated for inclusive hiring and accessibility measures.
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How many companies were felicitated under India's first DI-verse Certification at the 2025 Purple Fest?
Explanation · Correct answer BThe DI-verse Certification, India's first comprehensive disability inclusion certification, felicitated 17 companies for inclusive hiring and workplace accessibility.
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When and where did the International Purple Fest 2025 commence, and what was its theme?
The International Purple Fest 2025 commenced in Goa from October 9-12. Its theme was 'Universal Design and Inclusive Thinking'.
Which organisations arranged the International Purple Fest 2025 in Goa?
The event was organised by the Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Goa. It was held in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and the United Nations India.
How many delegates and visitors attended the Fest?
The Fest drew over 10,000 delegates from more than 25 countries. It also drew 50,000 visitors.
Which initiatives and certification were launched at the Fest?
Three landmark initiatives were launched: an IELTS training handbook for persons with disabilities, a Recognition of Prior Learning programme for Indian Sign Language interpreters, and a new ASL/BSL training programme. The DI-verse Certification felicitated 17 companies for inclusive hiring and workplace accessibility.
