MVR 58.8 Million in Disability Assistance Paid Last Month to 15,862 People

The National Social Protection Agency (NSPA) provided MVR 58.8 million in assistance to people with disabilities last month, according to figures released by the agency. NSPA's disability register currently lists 16,049 people, comprising 9,272 men and 6,777 women. However, financial assistance was provided to 15,862 people last month. By age, the register includes 8,131 people between 18 and 64 years, 5,536 children under 18, and 2,382 people over 65. A total of 199 people were newly registered on the register last month. By disability type, the largest group is people with physical disabilities, with 4,300 registered, followed by 3,618 people with multiple disabilities. The fewest on the register are people with learning disabilities, numbering 63. Along with the allowances, people with disabilities are given MVR 3,000 as assistance. The report also notes efforts to increase the disability allowance to 50 percent.