Kurnool’s visually impaired get a digital lifeline

Kurnool: A ray of opportunity opened its doors for the visually impaired community in Kurnool on Monday. District Collector G. Srijana inaugurated a digital library specially designed for their needs, located at the Skill Development Center of the National Federation of the Blind.

This initiative is an important step towards inclusion. Collector Srijana emphasized the role of the library in empowering the visually impaired and physically handicapped persons by providing them accessible study materials, resources for competitive examinations and a vast collection of literary works.

Highlighting the importance of digital access, the Collector acknowledged the transformative potential of technology. He pledged continued support for the expansion of similar projects while ensuring wider access to these invaluable resources.
Collector Srijana further expressed her commitment to explore new supporting software and systems. This dedication focuses on promoting inclusivity and effectively addressing the diverse needs within the visually impaired community.

As a concrete step towards this objective, he confirmed the provision of six computers to equip the digital library, strengthening the foundation of the initiative.
Chief Planning Officer Hima Prabhakar Raju, Joint Director of Social Welfare Department Ranga Lakshmidevi and other dignitaries graced the inaugural ceremony, which symbolizes a collaborative effort towards a more empowered future for the visually impaired community in Kurnool.