Madurai : TN’s first ever park for special children inaugurated
July 16 , 2017 2689 days 2122 0
The first-ever park for special and disabled children in Tamil Nadu, established by the Madurai Corporation with contribution from the Madurai Group Living Foundation, (MGLF), was inaugurated by state minister, on 15.07.2017.
The State’s first ‘Disabled Friendly Park’ was opened as part of the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) to increase green cover on Alagar Kovil Road.
The park will help children with special needs to overcome anxiety when they interact with other children.
The park will soon have wheelchair-friendly toilets and a large fish tank. About 10-20 volunteers would ensure safety and upkeep.