Archive · 9 Dec 2025
Maharashtra Probes 719 Employees for Fake Disability Certificates
The Maharashtra government is checking 719 employees who might have used fake disability certificates to get benefits.
The government says only people with at least 40% disability can get these benefits.
They have given departments until January 8, 2026, to check all certificates.
If someone is found using a fake certificate, they will be punished.
The government also made new rules to protect disabled people from being treated badly.
They want to make sure everyone follows the rules fairly.
719 government employees in Maharashtra are under investigation for allegedly using fake disability certificates to avail welfare benefits.
Verification of disability certificates has been made mandatory, with a deadline of January 8, 2026, for all departments to submit reports.
Employees found with fake certificates or disabilities below 40% will face action under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, and disciplinary proceedings.
The government has issued Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to protect differently-abled persons from exploitation, abuse, and violence.
Only individuals with benchmark disabilities of 40% or above are eligible for benefits such as reservation in government jobs and promotions.
- Who
- 719 government employees in Maharashtra
- What
- Alleged use of fake disability certificates to avail welfare benefits
- When
- Verification deadline is January 8, 2026
- Where
- Maharashtra, India
- Why
- To ensure only eligible individuals receive benefits and to prevent fraud
- Number of Employees Under Investigation
- 719
- Verification Deadline
- January 8, 2026
- Eligibility Threshold for Benefits
- 40% disability or above
- Relevant Act
- Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
- Action for Fake Certificates
- Disciplinary proceedings and action under Section 11 of the Act
- SOPs Issued For
- Protection against exploitation, abuse, and violence
