# NCSC-DA Diwali fair showcases handmade products of disabled trainees URL: https://kasba.co.in/en/story/ncsc-da-diwali-fair-showcases-handmade-products-of-disabled Language: en · Section: Schemes · Published: 2026-10-29 Source: PIB, "दिव्यांगों के लिए राष्ट्रीय करियर सेवा केंद्र (एनसीएससी-डीए) दिवाली मेले में दिव्यांगजनों की शिल्प कौशल और उद्यमशीलता प्रतिभा का प्रदर्शन", 2026-10-29, https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2330206 The National Career Service Centre for Differently Abled (NCSC-DA), under the Labour and Employment Ministry, held a Diwali fair on 29 October 2026 displaying products made by its disabled trainees and alumni. The fair gives disabled artisans a platform to show their skills and reach buyers. ## What this means for you This news matters mainly to disabled people who want to learn a skill or earn through it. Ordinary readers have nothing to do because of it. If you or someone in your family is disabled and wants skill training or job help, you can ask about the services offered at NCSC-DA centres. ## Key facts - The Diwali fair was held on 29 October 2026. - Trainees and alumni from NCSC-DA centres in Delhi, Thiruvananthapuram, Dehradun, Bhubaneswar, Kolkata and Mumbai took part. - There are currently 24 NCSC-DA centres across the country. - Training is offered in trades such as dress-making, sewing, knitting and embroidery, woodwork, computer applications, electronics and general mechanics. - The Ministry plans to expand the fair into a larger national platform, with products from more NCSC-DA centres in states and union territories. ## What happened The National Career Service Centre for Differently Abled (NCSC-DA), which works under the Directorate General of Employment (DGE) of the Labour and Employment Ministry, organised a Diwali fair. The notice is dated 29 October 2026. The aim was to bring before people the handmade products, craft skills and vocational skills of disabled trainees and alumni. ## Whose products were on display Products made by disabled trainees and alumni of NCSC-DA centres in Delhi, Thiruvananthapuram, Dehradun, Bhubaneswar, Kolkata and Mumbai were brought together at the fair. These included jute and cloth bags, candles, electronic items, paintings, soaps, crochet products, dress-making and textile goods, knitting, embroidery, woodwork and decorative festive products. ## What the stalls offered According to the notice, the stalls gave participants a chance to show their creativity, talk directly to visitors and get their feedback. This helped them explore opportunities in sales, self-employment and market links. The products reflected both the traditional crafts and the modern vocational training taught at NCSC-DA centres. ## What the Ministry said Labour and Employment Secretary Dr Chandra Bhushan Kumar said the fair reflects the Ministry's commitment to empowering disabled people through skill development, the dignity of labour and economic independence. He said that with the right training and opportunities, disabled people can excel as skilled artisans and entrepreneurs and contribute to the national economy. ## What happens next The Ministry plans to gradually expand the Diwali fair into a larger national platform. According to the notice, future events are expected to display handmade products and crafts from additional NCSC-DA centres in states and union territories. This could give disabled trainees and artisans wider reach, market opportunities and recognition. ## What NCSC-DA does NCSC-DA is a special wing of the Labour and Employment Ministry for the vocational rehabilitation of disabled people across India. The notice says 24 NCSC-DA centres currently offer career counselling, vocational guidance, informal vocational training, placement assistance and outreach services. Training is given in trades such as dress-making, sewing, knitting and embroidery, woodwork, computer applications, electronics, general mechanics and other employment-oriented skills. ## Questions and answers **What is NCSC-DA?** NCSC-DA is the National Career Service Centre for Differently Abled, a special wing of the Labour and Employment Ministry working under the Directorate General of Employment (DGE). It provides vocational rehabilitation services for disabled people across India. **What services do NCSC-DA centres offer?** The centres offer career counselling, vocational guidance, informal vocational training, placement assistance and outreach services. Training is given in trades such as dress-making, sewing, knitting and embroidery, woodwork, computer applications, electronics and general mechanics. **How many NCSC-DA centres are there in India?** According to the notice, there are currently 24 NCSC-DA centres across the country. These centres train disabled people and help them find work. **What was displayed at the Diwali fair?** The fair displayed jute and cloth bags, candles, electronic items, paintings, soaps, crochet products, dress-making and textile goods, knitting, embroidery, woodwork and decorative festive products. All of these were made by disabled trainees and alumni. **Do ordinary people need to do anything for this fair?** No. The notice gives no application, registration or deadline for the public. The fair was meant to showcase the skills of disabled trainees and connect them with buyers. Kasba Desk, Kasba. This routine notice was drafted with AI from an official source and published automatically; an editor reviews it after publishing.