New Delhi, Umeed Niketan, an advanced medical center for children with special needs, has been inaugurated at the Indian Air Force facility here, officials said on Saturday.

President, Air Force Family Welfare Association, Neeta Choudhary visited Bass Repair Depot, Air Force Palam on Friday and inaugurated the centre.

The Defense Ministry said in a statement that Umeed Niketan has been envisioned and conceptualized to create a nurturing environment where children with special needs can think, grow and develop life skills through recreational activities tailored to their specific abilities. can do.

From sensory exploration, speech therapy to adaptive play and interactive immersive experiences, the center offers a diverse range of programs designed to promote the physical, emotional and social well-being of special children, I said.

It will serve approximately 55 specially abled children, who will be supported by a dedicated team of trained special teachers, the statement said.