The President Dr. Arif Alvi visited the Saylani Welfare International Trust Langar Khana here on Saturday. He met with deserving people and ate lunch with them. He also inaugurated the Saylani School of Business and Islamic Leadership and visited a classroom. Earlier, the President was received by the Saylani Welfare Chief Maulana Bashir Farooqi. President Dr. Arif Alvi has reaffirmed the commitment to advancing the rights of individuals with disabilities, emphasizing the importance of investing in Braille education, enhancing its inclusion, and expanding access to its materials.
He considers these steps crucial in building an inclusive and equitable society.President Alvi stated, “Uniting for universal accessibility isn’t a privilege but a reflection of our collective resolve. I am confident that by working together, we can create a world where barriers are eliminated, and opportunities are made accessible for everyone.”The president highlighted the significance of improving access to knowledge for individuals with visual disabilities. He commended Pakistan’s progressive efforts in enhancing accessibility for those with visual impairments and paid homage to Louis Braille, whose invention transformed the lives of millions by providing literacy to people with visual disabilities.
President Alvi noted Pakistan’s dedication to advancing Braille literacy and accessibility, citing the country’s endorsement of the internationally acclaimed Marrakesh Treaty for visually impaired persons. This treaty facilitates access to millions of books in Braille, audios, and large prints.
The nation has made significant strides in incorporating Braille within educational institutions and libraries, providing enhanced materials for higher education.
President Alvi highlighted advanced training programs initiated by Pakistan, benefiting students, educators.
