Shashank Pandey, a lawyer and founder of the Politics and Disability Forum, discusses the critical challenges faced by persons with disabilities in India. He highlights the importance of the Unique Disability ID card for accessing government benefits, emphasizing that only 39% of those eligible have one. The podcast delves into employment barriers, particularly the strict 40% disability threshold that limits job reservations. Additionally, Shashank addresses the educational hurdles for children with disabilities, including the lack of resources and support systems, and the gender disparities in disability representation.
