Re: [AI] Request for Lobbying Disability Discounts on Smartphones for the Blind Community

[Mujtaba Merchant]

Only students with visual impairment are eligible for the smart phone and laptop scheme as per their website. Also operating system, they are eligible for his android. This particular scheme has no benefit for individuals like myself who have budget issues. 🤣  Sincerely,   Mujtaba Merchant Bangalore | INDIA Sent from my iPhone ® Help support my causes: NVDA | Billion Strong | EyeWay On Jun 26, 2025, at 3:10 PM, Srinivasu Chakravarthula <li...@srinivasu.org> wrote:  Mujtaba, Look upon Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Websites for various schemes available including ADIP.  This one is quite popular across states.  Best, -Srinivasu Regards, Srinivasu Chakravarthula, CPWA (2018), DHS Trusted Tester Website | LinkedIn Profile | Follow me on Twitter Director of Product Accessibility, Freshworks, Inc On Sat, Jun 21, 2025 at 12:09 PM Ajay Minocha <ajayminoc...@gmail.com> wrote: Agreed, with an accessible android phone costing around 10k these days, Iphone is nothing but a luxury. Our focus has to be on expanding the reach of government schemes to genuine beneficiaries coupled with Student / other focus group discounts and easy EMIs. Thanks, Ajay On Sat, 21 Jun 2025 at 09:03, Srinivasu Chakravarthula <li...@srinivasu.org> wrote: I would rather prefer we lobby to make affordable phones made accessible. Android has evolved greatly. It’s app developers who need to ensure their apps are accessible. I’m told that Android has a mechanism to send an accessibility report when an app is published on play store b That said Government’s ADIP scheme includes smart phones and laptops.  Best, —Srinivasu  Sent from Outlook for iOS From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in <accessindia@accessindia.org.in> on behalf of Mujtaba Merchant <mujta...@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, June 20, 2025 10:30:05 PM To: AccessIndia Google Group <accessindia@accessindia.org.in> Subject: [AI] Request for Lobbying Disability Discounts on Smartphones for the Blind Community   I am reaching out to discuss a pressing concern for the blind community in India. As you may be aware, smartphones like iPhones have become essential tools for independent living, enabling access to information, communication, and various assistive technologies. However, the high cost of these devices poses a significant barrier for many individuals in the blind community. Given the challenges in gaining employment and financial constraints, it becomes increasingly difficult for them to afford these technologies. In light of this, I was wondering if we could lobby for disability discounts on smartphones and related devices. This would greatly enhance the accessibility and affordability of these life-changing technologies for the blind community. I believe it would be beneficial to bring this issue to the attention of the Indian government and explore possible solutions. By working together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals who rely on these technologies for independence and empowerment. Thank you for considering this request. 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