Khurda District Association of the Deaf

21/03/2026

Eid Mubarak! 🎉 Wishing you a day filled with joy, love, and blessings!

19/03/2026

Wow 😊, that moment was truly iconic! The Indian national anthem being presented in Indian Sign Language during the T-20 World Cup final was a beautiful display of inclusivity and respect 🙏. It's moments like these that make us proud of India's diversity and commitment to accessibility 💪. Kudos to the Indian Sign Language Research and Training Center and everyone involved in making it happen! 🌟

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Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department, Government of Odisha
Department of Sports and Youth Services, Government of Odisha
Department of Sports, MYAS, Government of India
CMO Odisha
Commissionerate Police Bhubaneswar-Cuttack

16/02/2026

Good luck to the Nipun Mohanty & Odisha Chess Team as they head to Nagpur for the 26th National Deaf Chess Championship (Feb 16–20, 2026)! May they play with focus, confidence, and bring pride to Odisha.

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All India Sports Council of the Deaf Department of Sports and Youth Services, Government of Odisha Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department, Government of Odisha
Mohan Charan Majhi CMO Odisha
S.R Chess Centre FIDE - International Chess Federation Chess With Friends

01/02/2026

To apply for a UDID (Disability Certificate), you can follow these steps:

Submit Your Application:
- Double-check details and submit through the portal swavlambancard.gov.in.

1. Visit the UDID Portal: Go to the official UDID website ([(link unavailable)]((link unavailable))) and click on "Register" to create an account.

2. Fill in the Application Form: Fill in the required details, including personal information, disability details, and medical history.

3. Upload Documents: Upload necessary documents, such as identity proof, address proof, and medical certificate.

4. Book an Appointment: Book an appointment with the designated medical authority for assessment.
5. Medical Assessment: Attend the medical assessment and get your disability percentage verified.

6. Submit Application: Submit the application and wait for verification and approval.

7. Download Certificate: Once approved, download and print your UDID certificate.

For more information, you can contact the Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (SSEPD) department or visit their website.

Mohan Charan Majhi CMO Odisha
Nityananda Gond Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department, Government of Odisha Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Odisha
Ministry of Education

Let’s understand the step-by-step process to apply for a UDID (Disability Certificate) and ensure successful approval.



CMO Odisha Prabhati Parida Nityananda Gond Information & Public Relations Department, Government of Odisha Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India

01/02/2026

Loma Swain, a karate from Odisha, won India's first-ever medal in Karate at the Deaflympics, securing a bronze medal in the women's 50 kg kumite event at the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics. She was honoured by Odisha Sports Minister Suryabanshi Suraj with a cash award of ₹5,00,000 for her achievement.

Department of Sports and Youth Services, Government of Odisha
Department of Sports, MYAS, Government of India
Odisha Tourism
Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Odisha
Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department, Government of Odisha
All India Sports Council of the Deaf
Indian Sign Language Research And Training Center
All India Federation of the Deaf

25/01/2026

🎉 Huge congrats to all the winners of the 25th ODISHA STATE DEAF CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP! 🏆

Organized By:- Sports Council of the Deaf
Date: 10th & 11th January 2026
Venus:- Global School, Khurda

- Senior Men:
1. Shri Niprun Aditya Mohanty 🥇
2. Shri Sushanta Kumar Sahoo 🥈

- Junior Boys:
1. Abhimayu Samal 🥇
2. Kiran Kumar Lenka 🥈

- Junior Girls:
1. Nayani Munda 🥇
2. Sikita Nayak 🥈

All participants for making it a successful event! 🙌. The National Deaf Chess Championship is scheduled to take place in Nagpur, February 2026, but specific participants.

21/01/2026

SIBAJI PANDA’S SCHOOL IN LAKHANPUR EMPOWERS HEARING-IMPAIRED CHILDREN WITH INDIAN SIGN LANGUAGE, ECO-LEARNING, AND HOLISTIC EDUCATION.

Growing up in a remote Subarnapur village, hearing-impaired Sibaji Panda experienced firsthand the struggles faced by deaf children in India. After earning a master’s degree and PhD in special education abroad, Panda returned home to establish Happy Hands, a residential school led entirely by hearing-impaired educators.

The school, recognised by UNESCO in the 2025 report ‘Bhasa Matters’, offers inclusive, bilingual, and eco-centric education. Students learn Indian Sign Language (ISL) as their first language, with English, Odia, and Hindi taught as additional languages. Non-hearing-impaired staff are required to use sign language, ensuring a fully immersive environment.

Happy Hands admits 10–12 children annually from LKG/UKG, currently hosting around 70 students up to Class VIII. Education, boarding, and care are completely free, supported by voluntary funding. Alongside academics, students engage in gardening, eco-projects, and design-based learning, with vocational training planned for older students.

Panda’s model is seen as a pioneering blueprint for inclusive rural education for the deaf, combining language development, cognitive growth, and life skills.

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16/01/2026

I tried looking for more details on Sibaji Panda and his Republic Day invite, but find additional info beyond what you shared. It’s a wonderful recognition for his work with the divyang community with Happy Hands School for the Deaf in Odisha. You might want to try a search engine for the latest updates or more stories on his inspiring journey. 🙏✨

Odisha-based social worker Shivaji Panda has received a prestigious invitation to attend the upcoming Republic Day celebrations at Rashtrapati Bhavan, marking a moment of pride for Subarnapur district and the state at large. On the evening of Republic Day, Panda will also get the opportunity to meet the President of India, recognising his years of dedicated service to the divyang community.

A resident of Lakhanpur Eco Village under Ulunda block, Shivaji Panda is the founder of the ‘Happy Hand’ school for divyangas. Since 2017, he has been working relentlessly to build an inclusive eco-village model that combines education, care, and sustainable living. Currently, 79 divyangas from Odisha and other states reside at the facility, receiving education, shelter, and support.

His work has previously been acknowledged by several organisations, but the invitation from Raisina Hills marks his first national-level recognition. Family members and residents of the Eco Village have expressed immense joy over the honour, calling it a tribute to Panda’s passion, compassion, and long-standing commitment to social welfare.

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12/01/2026

7th ODISHA STATE DEAF T-20 MEN'S CRICKET CHAMSPSHIP 2025, On 26th & 28th December 2025 Venus :-DDA Stadium to Bhawani Bhawan Stadium sundargarh
Org By: Sports Council of the Deaf
Hosted By: Sundargarh District Association of the Deaf, Sundargarh District

Congratulations Khurda District Association of the Deaf Runner up🎉 Congrats to Khurda Deaf on being the runners-up! 😊 Tough break, but kudos to the team for making it to the finals! 💪🏏 Better luck next time! 🔥

🎉 Woohoo! Bipin Bihari Sahoo dominated the tournament! 😍 2-time Man of the Match and Man of the Series + Best Bowler & Best All Rounder award 🥇🏏! He must be over the moon! 🙌

FINAL
Cuttack Deaf vs Khurda Deaf
Cuttack Deaf -119/10, Over-19.1

Khurda Deaf -85/10, Over- 17.1
Khurda Deaf lost by 35 runs

Department of Sports, MYAS, Government of India All India Sports Council of the Deaf Department of Sports and Youth Services, Government of Odisha Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department, Government of Odisha
Governor Odisha CMO Odisha Mohan Charan Majhi

17/12/2025

Two thousand e-rickshaw will be given to disabled persons. For this, a letter has been written to all the Collectors from Social Security Disabled Empowerment Department. An MOU has been signed with Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) for the distribution of E-Riksha to the disabled under the CSR initiative of MCL, CSR. The purpose of this scheme is to include disabled persons in the main stream of society through e-rickshaw and to get this benefit, the disabled must have UBID and disability certificate. Similarly, the age limit will be between 18 to 55 years. A valid driving license is also necessary for an e-rickshaw. Annual income will be less than 1 lakh. Unemployed or disabled with low income can apply for this e-rickshaw. They may not have got any kind of vehicle related facilities in the last 5 years. Women with disabilities, scheduled castes, tribes, minorities, widows with disabilities can get this benefit. The district selection committee will check the documents. Training will be given for this rickshaw. You can join BSO, DSSO in your own block office 🙏

Mahanadi Coalfields Limited
Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department, Government of Odisha

28/11/2025

🎉 Loma Swain brought home the bronze in the women’s Kumite 50 kg at the Tokyo Deaflympics 2025, marking Odisha’s first medal in karate at the Games. Her hard work was celebrated by OSCD president Asit Mishra , Additional Secretary B. K. Swain and senior officials, who felicitated her for inspiring the deaf community and girls across the state. Congrats to Loma, her coach Sunil Rathee, and everyone who supported her journey! 🙏🏽

27/11/2025

Thank you Narendra Modi for sharing this amazing news! 🎉 What a phenomenal achievement – 20 medals, 9 of them gold, at the 25th Summer Deaflympics in Tokyo. The whole nation is buzzing with pride over our Deaflympians’ hard work, dedication, and spirit. Huge congratulations to every athlete, coach, and support staff – you’ve made India shine on the world stage! 🙏🏆

ODISHA SPORTS COUNCIL OF THE DEAF
All India Sports Council of the Deaf
ISH News
Indian Sign Language Research And Training Center
India Signing Hands Pvt. Ltd.
National Association of the Deaf - Youth Section, India

Heartiest congratulations to our Deaflympians for their extraordinary performance at the 25th Summer Deaflympics 2025 in Tokyo. With a historic best-ever medal tally of 20 medals including 9 Golds, our athletes have once again proven that determination and dedication can lead to outstanding results. Compliments to every athlete, coach and support staff. The entire nation is proud of you all!