Karnataka High Court frames SOP for universal accessibility for government and private establishments
The Karnataka High Court has established a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) requiring all public and private buildings to undergo accessibility audits to comply with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act. This ruling follows a case involving a teacher who suffered a permanent disability due to a lack of safety infrastructure.
Why it matters
This sets a significant legal precedent for disability rights and infrastructure standards in India, mandating accountability for both government and private institutions.
The High Court of Karnataka has framed a comprehensive Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for universal accessibility under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, applicable to both government and private establishments, including educational institutions, which will remain in force in the State until the government frames rules under the Act.
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