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Purple Fest: Rashtrapati Bhavan Event Celebrating Divyangjan

16 March 20261 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSPurple Fest:Rashtrapati BhavanEvent CelebratingDivyangjan16 March 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The festival, focused on persons with disabilities, was held at Rashtrapati Bhavan to encourage an inclusive society.

Key facts

  • Event: Purple Fest.
  • Venue this time: Rashtrapati Bhavan.
  • Organiser: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
  • Beneficiary group: Divyangjan (persons with disabilities).

About Purple Fest

It is an inclusive event that recognises the talent, achievements and aspirations of Divyangjan.

Aims

  • Build awareness and dignity for persons with disabilities.
  • Promote equal participation and inclusion in society.
  • Showcase their abilities, creativity and contributions.

Exam angle

  • Organising ministry: Social Justice and Empowerment.
  • Term for persons with disabilities: Divyangjan.
  • Venue in this edition: Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Test yourself

1. Which ministry organises Purple Fest?

Purple Fest is organised by the Social Justice and Empowerment ministry.

2. Purple Fest celebrates the talent and achievements of which group?

It is meant for persons with disabilities (Divyangjan).

3. Where was Purple Fest recently hosted, as per the 2026 news?

The event was hosted at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

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