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It can make a real difference in their ability to access education, employment, public services and other aspects of everyday life,\u201d he added.<br \/>\nThe president said the day reminded them that independent mobility also depended on the environment in which people live, adding safe roads and footpaths, accessible public transport, buildings, educational institutions and workplaces are essential if persons with disabilities are to participate fully in society.<br \/>\nThe president also appreciated the Government of Sindh for establishing the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPD), a dedicated department dealing with the rehabilitation, empowerment and welfare of persons with disabilities.<br \/>\nSimilar dedicated institutional arrangements in other provinces could help ensure sustained and coordinated attention to disability-related matters, he stressed.<br \/>\nThe president said the modern technologies and artificial intelligence were creating new opportunities for persons with visual disabilities. At the same time, the white cane remained a simple, reliable and essential tool for independent mobility.<br \/>\nHe also commended the Pakistan Association of the Blind and other organizations for their continued efforts to promote the rights, safety and independence of persons with visual disabilities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday has emphasized the need for improved public accessibility to help the persons with disabilities (PWDs) live independently, seize new opportunities and actively engage in society. 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