Use of advanced tech can play key role in addressing speech, hearing disabilities: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday emphasised that the use of advanced technologies can play a key role in addressing speech and hearing disabilities, and stressed the need for the development and domestic manufacturing of such devices to make them accessible to the general public.

Speaking at the diamond jubilee celebrations of the All India Institute of Speech and Hearing (AIISH) here, she said, “Speech and hearing challenges require early detection and expert care. Society should be compassionate, supportive, and inclusive towards those living with…