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LAHORE – The Punjab Social Welfare Department has launched a new mobile application titled “Assistive Devices and Wheelchair” to facilitate persons with disabilities, enabling them to request mobility aids and assistive devices from the comfort of their homes. The initiative, introduced under the Digital Vision of Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif, aims to ensure that assistive equipment — including wheelchairs — is now available at citizens’ doorsteps with just one click. Provincial Minister for Social Welfare and Bait-ul-Maal Sohail Shaukat Butt officially launched the app, saying the initiative will simplify the process of providing assistive devices across Punjab. Persons with disabilities can now apply for wheelchairs and other support equipment directly through the app without visiting government offices. Users can download the application by visiting https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.adwc&hl=en or by searching “Assistive Devices and Wheelchair” on the Google Play Store. Speaking on the occasion, Minister Sohail Shaukat Butt said, “Empowering persons with disabilities through digital technology is our mission. The Punjab government is committed to providing them with all possible facilities and ensuring inclusion through innovative solutions.” He added that the mobile app will also assist field officers in registering, processing, and monitoring applications efficiently. The Social Welfare Department has directed all field officers to download the app and conduct public awareness campaigns to inform citizens about the new service.
