Munna Lal Bharti from Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh, responds to a listener named Shivanand who asked about the owner of a phone number. He explains that neither Hamari Vani nor its team can identify who a particular phone number belongs to. If someone wants information about a number, they should contact that number directly. He emphasizes that Hamari Vani is a public platform for sharing information and supporting the visually impaired community, not for verifying phone numbers. He requests listeners not to blame or criticize the platform without proper understanding and encourages everyone to use the platform respectfully and positively.
Ranjit Ji from Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, asked whether the disability pension for June has been increased. There have been discussions for a long time that the pension in Uttar Pradesh may increase from ₹1,000 to ₹1,500, but no official confirmation has been received yet. As of now, the pension amount remains ₹1,000. If any increase is announced, the information will be shared through news sources or Hamari Vani. You can also contact the pension helpline at 1800-180-1995 for updates about pension increases or payment status.
A listener asked about a device that can identify currency notes without the internet. A device called Smart Wallet can announce the value of notes (₹10, ₹20, ₹50, etc.) and was also claimed to detect fake notes. It costs around ₹3,000 and can be obtained through Saksham in Delhi. For details, call 011-42411015.
If the Read Out or TalkBack feature is enabled on your phone, it usually should not prevent you from opening websites or apps. However, this depends on your phone's capabilities and whether the feature supports those functions. Check how well Read Out works on your device to determine if it can assist you while browsing websites and using apps.
You mentioned a job opportunity for women related to shoes and slippers, but you did not clearly explain what the actual work is. If the company is genuine, you should openly share all the details instead of saying that Hamari Vani staff will provide a contact number separately. People are capable of judging for themselves whether an opportunity is genuine or not. Please do not create false hopes or attract people with unclear information. While your idea may seem positive, it is important to ensure that no one is cheated, misled, or forced to spend money on travel and other expenses for a fraudulent job opportunity. Transparency and honesty are essential.
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Mr. Shiv Kumar Yadav shared that he was mistreated while traveling for an exam and was charged for a ticket despite being a blind passenger. The speaker says this was wrong and that a complaint should have been filed with Railway Helpline 139, along with evidence such as the employee's name or recordings. However, expressing anger on this platform will not solve the issue. The speaker advises Shiv Kumar to reflect on whether such a recording was appropriate, noting that not all government officials behave the same way and that people should think carefully before making broad accusations.
Ayush from Mirzapur says that his calls to the helpline are not being answered. The response is that there could be many reasons, such as a high volume of calls, staff shortages, new counselors being trained, or counselors being on leave. He is advised to keep trying, verify that he is dialing the correct number (88400 04334), and call only between Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM. Eventually, the call should get through
A person says that many people have not received their pension for the last 2–3 months. The Municipal Corporation informed them that they will be notified when there is an update. Since this is a government process, delays can occur due to budget and administrative reasons. The government is working on the issue and regrets the inconvenience. People can raise their concerns through videos, helpline numbers, or the Social Welfare Office. Beneficiaries are advised to remain patient, as the pension scheme is for everyone and payments will be made once the issue is resolved. The hope is that pensions will start being credited regularly soon.
There is confusion among some railway pass holders that a ticket will only be issued if another eligible person is traveling with them. This information is incorrect. Pass holders can obtain tickets and travel whether someone accompanies them or not. No such rule or notification exists. People are advised to ignore rumors and rely only on official information. If they have further doubts, they can contact the service and record their queries for clarification.