SHAHJAHANPUR: District Magistrate Dharmendra Pratap Singh flagged off an exposure visit for specially-abled children under the Samagra Shiksha program on Thursday, The initiative was aimed at fostering overall personality development, instilling self-confidence, and promoting social integration among students with special needs.

A total of 151 students with various special needs—including orthopedic disabilities, visual impairments, hearing impairments, mental disabilities, dwarfism, and other physical challenges—representing 106 schools across various development blocks of the district participated in the trip.

The primary objective of the exposure tour was to introduce students to diverse educational and social settings outside their classrooms, broadening their practical understanding and real-world experience. Throughout the visit, students toured key sites, acquired practical knowledge, and developed valuable life skills. The program successfully encouraged self-reliance, mutual cooperation, and a strong sense of social inclusion among participants. Officials ensured that special amenities and individualized care were provided to maintain a safe and comfortable environment for all children.

The event was organized under the guidance of District Basic Education Officer (BSAO) Jai Shankar Srivastava, with active coordination from Sohan Shukla (District Coordinator, Inclusive Education) and Vardhan (Assistant Finance and Accounts Officer). Support was extended by District Scout Master Ms. Dapinder Kaur and District Guide Captain Ms. Nikhat Parveen. Special educators Rajeev Kumar, Manoj Mishra, Atul Sharma, Manoj Sharma, Deepak Gupta, and Abhishek Mishra, along with other teaching staff and collaborators, actively facilitated the program.

Speaking on the occasion, organizers emphasized that integrating specially-abled children into mainstream society remains a top departmental priority. They added that exposure programs of this nature play a crucial role in nurturing young talent and shaping a brighter, self-sufficient future for the children.