Vocational Rehabilitation Centre

The Vocational Rehabilitation Centre provides zero-interest micro-loans to disabled men and women who exhibit an entrepreneurial spirit to assist them in launching their businesses and getting their firms off the ground. To provide a recommendation on the amount of the loan, the VRC
The subcommittee conducts an assessment of the borrowers’ mental and physical capabilities, as well as their available financial resources.

Since the beginning of the programme, a total of 965 people have been awarded cash for a total of 26.5 million rupees so that they can start their businesses. In 2018, 31 disabled people were awarded up to 1.3 million rupees. The percentage of people who have recovered now stands at 98.64%.

Those who are eligible can receive various assistive goods, such as tricycles,
wheelchairs, walkers, elbow crutches, tripod sticks, aluminium crutches, and commode chairs.

Success Story

Owing to PSRD’s Micro Credit System, Majeed Ahmad successfully propelled his tailoring business, reaping double the profit.

Bearing a matriculation degree and a strong business acumen, Majeed Ahmad, a polio survivor, navigated financial struggles for 22 years with a modest monthly income of Rs. 16,000. Thankfully, he discovered the VRC at PSRD and sought a Rs. 40,000 loan. Recognising his potential and entrepreneurial zeal, the VRC subcommittee granted him the loan to launch his tailoring business.

With his expertise and the loan, Majeed expanded his business. He now boasts earnings of Rs. 30,000 per month. PSRD played the catalyst, transforming him into a self-sufficient, successful entrepreneur. His improved financial stability has enhanced his lifestyle and enabled him to sustain his six-member family.