Dr J P Singh

Former Member Secretary
Rehabilitation Council of India

About Dr J . P. Singh

Dr. J.P. Singh is an esteemed former Member Secretary of the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), widely recognized for his substantial contributions to disability rehabilitation, education, and public policy in India. His academic journey reflects a profound commitment to education and technology for people with disabilities. Dr. Singh holds a D.Lit. in Education with a focus on “Human Consciousness & Stereo Typed Reaction Towards Disability” from Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University, along with a Ph.D. in Education on “Vocationalization of Education of the Visually Handicapped: Role of Technology” from Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut. He also holds an M.Tech in engineering and a BE from Mysore University, showcasing a solid technical foundation that he has leveraged to address disability issues.

Dr. Singh’s career has been marked by his dedication to professional development and specialized training. He has certifications in business, marketing, and export from institutions like Delhi University, All India Management Association, and the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade. Numerous accolades, including the Rajiv Gandhi National Award in Disability Rehabilitation, the Spardashree Award, and the Jageshwari Samman, reinforce his expertise. These honors highlight his impact on the disability sector and his pioneering efforts in policy implementation.

Dr. Singh has led multiple national studies in research, such as the “National Programme for Prevention and Control of Deafness,” which has since been rolled out nationwide. His published works in reputed journals, including studies on public policy’s influence on attitudes toward disability and burnout among rehabilitation professionals, underscore his commitment to advancing the discourse on disability studies. His research contributions include curriculum development for vocational instructors and an impact study on India’s IEDC scheme.

Dr. Singh has authored several influential books, including Technology for the Blind Concept and Context and Career Opportunities in the Field of Disability, Rehabilitation & Special Education, which continue to serve as essential resources for professionals and policymakers in the disability sector. His publications, such as Quantum Leap, encapsulate his experiences in developing programs under RCI, offering insights into the field’s decadal growth and future directions. His work remains instrumental in shaping a more inclusive approach to disability rehabilitation in India, creating a lasting legacy in the field.

Educational Qualifications:

2009 – D.Lit. in Education “Human Consciousness & Stereo Typed Reaction Towards Disability” from Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University, Faizabad, U.P.
2001 – Ph.D in Education “Vocationalization of Education of the Visually Handicapped : Role of Technology” ; Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut (U.P)”
1987 – M. Tech. (Master of Technology), Harcourt Butler Institute of Mechanical Engineering. University of Kanpur (U.P).
1975 – BE (Bachelor of Engineering), Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, Mysore University, Karnataka.

Career Development Courses:
1990 – Certificate “Export Marketing” Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, New Delhi.
1988 – Diploma: “Business Management” All India Management Association, New Delhi.
1987 – P.G. Diploma “Marketing & Sales Management”, Faculty of Management, Delhi University, Delhi.

Honours / Awards:

JAGESHWARI SAMMAN – 2008, by his Excellency Shri A.R. Kidwai, Governor of Bihar instituted by J. M. Institute, Patna.
“Deaf Reach” scrolls of honor, March 2001, by his Excellency Dr. C. Ranga Rajan, Hon’ble Governor of Andhra Pradesh.
SPARDHASHRE AWARD 2004 by All India Unique Sports & Cultural Organization, Delhi.
Rajiv Gandhi National Award in the field of Disability Rehabilitation 2008 by Smt. Meira Kumar, Hon’ble Minister of Social Justice & Empowerment, Delhi.
Scholar Award 2008 by CBSM Institute of Educational Management & Services, New Delhi

Research

Principal Investigator –“ A Study of Curriculum Development for the Vocational Instructors for the Visually Impaired “ Science & Technology Project under Mission
Mode, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Govt. of India.
Principal Investigator – Conducted a countrywide study to find out the Impact of IEDC scheme under Ministry of Human Resource Development, Govt. of India.
National Programme for Prevention and Control of Deafness .This project was conducted successfully and has been launched countrywide by the Ministry of Health
& Family Welfare.
Singh JP (2010), Changing Attitude a Paradigm Shift in Perception; Focus on Disability Studies; Delhi Psychiatry Journal 2010; 13 : (1) : (PP 101-108).
Singh JP (2010), An Exploratory Study of the Impact of Public Policy in Shaping Attitudes Towards Disability, International Journal of Disability Studies, Vol. 4, Nos. 1&2, Jan. 2010 (PP 191-205).
Singh JP (2008), Burnout effect or Desensitization in Rehabilitation Professionals working in Disability sector : A study on levels of consciousness among rehab. professional, staff and
Educational Developmental International, Vol. 12, Sept. & Dec. 2008,. (143-154).
Singh JP (2007), Human Consciousness & Stereotyped Reaction to Disability. International Journal of Behavirol Sciences, Vol.22; (1-2). 11-22. (2007).
Singh JP (2005),Status and expectations of trained human resources in the field of special education in India, Journal of Rehabilitation council of India; Rehabilitation council of India, New Delhi.
Singh JP, Prasad S, Madhvi. (2005), A Study for Quality Improvement of B.Ed. (SE-DE) Programme, Journal of Rehabilitation Council of India; Rehabilitation Council of India, New Delhi
Singh JP (2003), Disability and Primary Health Care Net Working, International Journal of Disability Studies, Vol. 1 Jul-dec2003, Society for Disability and Rehabilitation Studies, New Delhi.

Books Published
Author

“Technology for the Blind Concept and Context” 2003, Kanishka Publishers, Distributors, New Delhi-110 002.
“Quantum Leap” published by Rehabilitation Council of India the book is an effort to disseminate and share the experiences in conducting the Bridge Course Program highly useful for planners and policy makers. A decadal growth of RCI (2002) published by Rehabilitation Council of India, New Delhi.
“Career Opportunities in the field of Disability, Rehabilitation & Special Education”. RCI publication- 2003.
‘Impact Study – 2001’ of PHC Medical Officers’ Orientation Programme Published by the Rehabilitation Council of India. Disability Development in India, (2005), Kanishka Publisher & Distributor, New Delhi. Accredited Institutions of Rehabilitation Council of India (2005), Kanishka Publisher & Distributor, New Delhi.
Orientation of Medical officer in Primary Health Centre,(2006) published by Rehabilitation Council of India, New Delhi
Summit Of Mind(2004), Kanishka Publisher & Distributor, New Delhi
Human Resource Development in the area of Disability Rehabilitation (2006) Kanishka Publisher & Distributor, New Delhi