In A move that will benefit around 650 differently-abled people in the state, the Maharashtra cabinet on Tuesday gave its approval for Rs 25 crore aid to them as part of a scheme, officials said.

Each differently-abled (divyang) person will get financial aid of Rs 3.75 lakh to buy eco-friendly vehicles and start mobile vehicle shops, an official said. "During the meeting held on Tuesday, the cabinet approved funds to the tune of Rs 25 crore for the financial year for this purpose and around 650 people with disabilities are set to benefit from the scheme," they said.