{
  "id": 368786,
  "title": "People with disabilities shine at NDP amid record civilian participation in over a decade",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/09/people-with-disabilities-shine-at-ndp-amid-record-civilian",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-09T11:20:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Straits Times",
    "slug": "straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/community/people-with-disabilities-shine-at-ndp-amid-record-civilian-participation-in-over-a-decade"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "At the National Day Parade (NDP) 2026, a record-breaking 1,200 participants, the largest in over a decade, showcased Singapore's growing inclusivity. A notable highlight was the 21-member contingent from the Singapore Disability Sports Council (SDSC), whose members used wheelchairs and crutches. Led by Yap Qian Yin, a former national para-athlete who uses a wheelchair, this diverse group marched to highlight the nation's commitment to embracing all its citizens. Other contingents represented various sectors, including the SAF, Singapore Civil Defence Force, National Trades Union Congress, and Grab. Floats depicted Singaporeans contributing to society in various ways, emphasizing themes of protection, provision, creation, building, caring, and justice.",
  "summary": "Over 1,200 civilians participated in NDP 2026's parade segment.",
  "key_points": [
    "1,200 participants in NDP 2026, record high in over a decade",
    "21-member SDSC contingent, led by wheelchair-using Yap Qian Yin",
    "Floats depicted Singaporeans contributing to society in various ways"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}