India took a significant step towards redefining disability inclusion as an economic growth strategy with the launch of the Purple Economy White Paper at the Taj Mahal Hotel, New Delhi. Jointly unveiled by Deloitte and EnAble India, the white paper presents a compelling vision that positions persons with disabilities not merely as beneficiaries of welfare, but as customers, employees, entrepreneurs, innovators, taxpayers, and decision-makers who can drive inclusive economic growth. Hundreds of stakeholders from government, industry, finance, technology, academia, civil society, and the disability ecosystem gathered for the launch. The white paper estimates that unlocking the Purple Economy could contribute…
Author: Shubhang
Q: Would like to know more about the mission of “The Elements”, in the domain of Assistive Technology(AT) and your Interest in India. Q: How can global collaborations like the Japan–India AT Feasibility Study , can accelerate innovation and accessibility for persons with disabilities? Q: What makes Japan’s approach to disability, inclusion and accessibility different from India and how do you compare ? Q: What is your saying on CSR and how Private companies move beyond CSR and make Inclusion and Accessibility as part of their core business strategy? Q: How important is interdisciplinary collaboration between business, government, academia, and…
