Asha Kiran Challenges Continue as Disability Commission Lacks Leadership
New Delhi, India – The ongoing crisis within Asha Kiran, a government-run home for persons with disabilities, intensifies as the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities remains without a chairperson. The vacancy has persisted for nearly 10 months, leading to a significant delay in addressing the grievances and systemic issues plaguing the facility. Asha Kiran, which translates to “ray of hope,” has been mired in controversy for failing to provide adequate care to its residents. …