Count it Right !

Advocacy for Accurate and Reliable Census on Disability in India

📊 Rationale

In a country as vast and diverse as India, accurate and inclusive data is essential for effective policy-making. Yet, persons with disabilities remain one of the most marginalized and overlooked communities due to persistent gaps in data collection and representation.

🚨 The Reality

India is home to millions of persons with disabilities, but official estimates vary widely. This lack of consistent, reliable data creates systemic invisibility—making it harder to understand real needs and design inclusive solutions.

📌 Disability Census Matters

A comprehensive disability census is more than a statistical necessity. It’s a tool for social justice.

Accurate data helps:

• Identify and address barriers in society

• Allocate resources where they're needed most

• Ensure accessibility across services and infrastructure

• Uphold the rights guaranteed under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016
  

Without this data, people with disabilities risk exclusion from healthcare, education, employment, social protection, and public spaces.

🔊 Our Call for Action

This advocacy seeks to:

• Ensure it captures the full spectrum of disabilities

• Promote active participation from the disability community and civil society organizations

Let’s work together to make every person count.