In Punjab, to ensure the well being of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), the State Government is starting a major recruitment drive for filling up the backlog of vacant posts in various departments. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann while announcing the drive during a review meeting of Social Justice and Child Welfare Department said that so far 1754 posts through direct recruitment and 556 posts on promotion have been identified as a backlog of PwDs in various departments. Terming them as real heroes of society who excel in life despite experiencing many hardships, Mr Mann also gave nod for amending rules under the Rights of Persons with Disability Act, 2016. He said this amendment will help in safeguarding their rights.