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"Where Disability Meets Justice"
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"Where Disability Meets Justice"
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Ensuring Accessibility, Dignity & Equal Rights for Disabled Society

Driving accountability, legal awareness, and systemic reform to uphold the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

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India’s Leading Platform for Disability Rights Enforcement & Accessibility Compliance.

Ensuring dignity, accessibility, and legal protection under the RPwD Act 2016.

Our Impact Areas

RPwD Act 2016 Compliance Support

Clear guidance to help individuals and institutions comply with the RPwD Act and ensure legal protection.

Accessibility
Assistance

Support for reporting inaccessible buildings, transport, digital services, and ensuring corrective action.

RTI & Legal Complaint Assistance

Help in drafting RTIs, filing complaints, and escalating cases for faster disability-rights enforcement.

Case Law
Library

Easy access to simplified Supreme Court and High Court judgments on disability rights.

Digital & Physical Accessibility Standards

Guidance on WCAG digital accessibility and national standards for buildings, transport, and public spaces.

Know Your Legal Rights

What does the Disability Act Guarantees You

Accessibility

Guaranteed under Sections 40–46: Barrier-free buildings, transport, ICT, and public infrastructure.

Relevant Sections from RPwD Act, 2016
  • Section 40: Accessibility Standards (Central Government to notify rules)
  • Section 41: Accessible Transport
  • Section 42: Accessible Information & Communication Technology (ICT)
  • Section 43: Urban & Rural Accessibility Schemes
  • Section 44: Accessibility in Consumer Goods
  • Section 45: Mandatory Accessibility in Public Buildings
  • Section 46: Time-bound retrofitting of existing infrastructure

Equality

Guaranteed under Section 3: Equal rights, dignity, and non-discriminatory treatment.

Relevant Sections
  • Section 3(1): Equality and Non-discrimination
  • Section 3(3): No denial of rights or access based on disability
  • Section 3(5): Protection of dignity and integrity
  • Section 4: Equality for women and children with disabilities

Protection

Guaranteed under Sections 6–8: Protection from abuse, exploitation, violence, and unsafe conditions.

Relevant Sections
  • Section 6: Protection from cruelty
  • Section 7(1): Protection from abuse, violence, and exploitation
  • Section 7(2): Mandatory reporting of abuse
  • Section 8: Safety and security in risky situations

Non-Discrimination

Guaranteed under Sections 6–8: Protection from abuse, exploitation, violence, and unsafe conditions.

Relevant Sections
  • Section 3(2): No discrimination in provision of services
  • Section 5: Right to community life without segregation
  • Section 20(1): Non-discrimination in employment
  • Section 21: Non-discrimination in education
  • Section 22: Right to accessible information

Education

Guaranteed under Sections 16–18 & 31: Inclusive education, exam support, and 5% reservation.

Relevant Sections
  • Section 16: Duty of schools to provide inclusive education
  • Section 17(i): Reasonable accommodation & support services
  • Section 17(ii): Scribes, readers, and exam accommodations
  • Section 18: Adult education & skill development
  • Section 31(1): 5% reservation for persons with benchmark disabilities in higher educational institutions
  • Section 31(2): Inclusive admission processes

Protection

Guaranteed under Sections 19–21 & 33–34: Equal employment rights, workplace accommodation, and 4% reservation.

Relevant Sections
  • Section 19: Social security, livelihood, and rehabilitation
  • Section 20(1): Non-discrimination in Government & private employment
  • Section 20(2): Reasonable accommodation in the workplace
  • Section 20(3): Promotion cannot be denied due to disability
  • Section 21: Non-discrimination in recruitment
  • Section 33: 4% reservation for persons with benchmark disabilities
  • Section 34: Identification of posts & reservation process

Accessibility

Guaranteed under Sections 40–46: Barrier-free buildings, transport, ICT, and public infrastructure.

Relevant Sections from RPwD Act, 2016
  • Section 40: Accessibility Standards (Central Government to notify rules)
  • Section 41: Accessible Transport
  • Section 42: Accessible Information & Communication Technology (ICT)
  • Section 43: Urban & Rural Accessibility Schemes
  • Section 44: Accessibility in Consumer Goods
  • Section 45: Mandatory Accessibility in Public Buildings
  • Section 46: Time-bound retrofitting of existing infrastructure

Equality

Guaranteed under Section 3: Equal rights, dignity, and non-discriminatory treatment.

Relevant Sections
  • Section 3(1): Equality and Non-discrimination
  • Section 3(3): No denial of rights or access based on disability
  • Section 3(5): Protection of dignity and integrity
  • Section 4: Equality for women and children with disabilities

Protection

Guaranteed under Sections 6–8: Protection from abuse, exploitation, violence, and unsafe conditions.

Relevant Sections
  • Section 6: Protection from cruelty
  • Section 7(1): Protection from abuse, violence, and exploitation
  • Section 7(2): Mandatory reporting of abuse
  • Section 8: Safety and security in risky situations

Non-Discrimination

Guaranteed under Sections 6–8: Protection from abuse, exploitation, violence, and unsafe conditions.

Relevant Sections
  • Section 3(2): No discrimination in provision of services
  • Section 5: Right to community life without segregation
  • Section 20(1): Non-discrimination in employment
  • Section 21: Non-discrimination in education
  • Section 22: Right to accessible information

Education

Guaranteed under Sections 16–18 & 31: Inclusive education, exam support, and 5% reservation.

Relevant Sections
  • Section 16: Duty of schools to provide inclusive education
  • Section 17(i): Reasonable accommodation & support services
  • Section 17(ii): Scribes, readers, and exam accommodations
  • Section 18: Adult education & skill development
  • Section 31(1): 5% reservation for persons with benchmark disabilities in higher educational institutions
  • Section 31(2): Inclusive admission processes

Protection

Guaranteed under Sections 19–21 & 33–34: Equal employment rights, workplace accommodation, and 4% reservation.

Relevant Sections
  • Section 19: Social security, livelihood, and rehabilitation
  • Section 20(1): Non-discrimination in Government & private employment
  • Section 20(2): Reasonable accommodation in the workplace
  • Section 20(3): Promotion cannot be denied due to disability
  • Section 21: Non-discrimination in recruitment
  • Section 33: 4% reservation for persons with benchmark disabilities
  • Section 34: Identification of posts & reservation process

Vision

To build an India where every person with disability lives with full dignity, unrestricted accessibility, and equal opportunity—supported by a society, government, and infrastructure that truly uphold the spirit of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

Our Mission

To Empower persons with disabilities with accessible education, templates, and clear rights-based guidance.

To Ensure enforcement of the RPwD Act 2016 through accessibility audits, compliance support, and legal accountability.

To Support individuals and communities in filing complaints, RTIs, and petitions against inaccessibility and discrimination.

To Work with government bodies and institutions to build barrier-free infrastructure, digital accessibility, and inclusive policies.

To Build a national movement for disability justice through advocacy, awareness, research, and stakeholder training.

To Serve as a centre of excellence for disability rights, case law analysis, and policy development.

When Awareness Reaches the Headlines

News platforms have showcased important discussions around disability and inclusion, helping educate the public and influence change. Featuring Dr. Arvinder Singh, these stories extend the message beyond advocacy circles.

How to Take Action

FILE A COMPLAINT IN 3 STEPS

Identify the Violation

The first step is recognizing when your rights under the RPwD Act 2016 have been denied. This may include:
  • Lack of wheelchair access, ramps or lifts
  • Denial of entry or service due to disability
  • Inaccessible websites, apps, digital documents

Document the Evidence

Accurate documentation strengthens your case and ensures proper legal action. Collect:
  • Photos or videos showing the accessibility barrier
  • Written description of what happened, including date & time
  • Names of officials, staff, or persons responsible

Submit & Follow-Up

Once evidence is ready, we assist you in submitting a formal complaint to the correct authority:
  • District Social Welfare Officer
  • State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities
  • Educational institution / workplace authority

Identify the Violation

The first step is recognizing when your rights under the RPwD Act 2016 have been denied. This may include:
  • Lack of wheelchair access, ramps or lifts
  • Denial of entry or service due to disability
  • Inaccessible websites, apps, digital documents

Document the Evidence

Accurate documentation strengthens your case and ensures proper legal action. Collect:
  • Photos or videos showing the accessibility barrier
  • Written description of what happened, including date & time
  • Names of officials, staff, or persons responsible

Submit & Follow-Up

Once evidence is ready, we assist you in submitting a formal complaint to the correct authority:
  • District Social Welfare Officer
  • State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities
  • Educational institution / workplace authority

Your complaint doesn’t end with submission — we help you track responses until resolution.

Supporting Organizations

Arth Diagnostics
Arth Skin
IBEE
One2all
Rotary Club

Supporting Organizations

Rotary International

WhiteLight Energies Private Limited

Liberty Marketing

Tiffins

Shiva Impex Company

Our Ongoing Actions

Latest Cases & Enforcement Efforts

Panacea Disability Rights Activists continuously engages with citizens, institutions, and authorities to highlight accessibility gaps and promote compliance with the RPwD Act 2016.

Physical Accessibility

•Barriers in public buildings, hospitals, schools, and transport
•Workplace accessibility issues

Systemic Issues

•Lack of reasonable accommodation in institutions
•Policy-level accessibility gaps

Digital & Service Barriers

•Non-compliance with digital accessibility standards
•Discriminatory treatment or denial of services

Initial Assessment

Our team conducts an initial assessment of the reported violation to understand its scope and impact.

Guidance & Documentation

We provide guidance on proper documentation and evidence collection to strengthen your case.

Complaint Filing Support

Direction on filing complaints with the appropriate authorities in accordance with legal procedures.

Follow-up & RTI Support

Assistance with Right to Information requests and systematic follow-up on filed complaints.

Spot Checks & Reviews

Regular spot checks and basic accessibility reviews of public spaces and facilities.

Observational Surveys

Systematic observational surveys of public spaces to identify recurring accessibility challenges.

Digital Accessibility

Digital accessibility observations and evaluations of websites and online services.

Institutional Engagement

Direct engagement with institutions to promote awareness and improve compliance.

JOIN THE MOVEMENT – VOLUNTEER WITH US

Be a part of India’s accessibility revolution. As a volunteer with Panacea Disability Rights Activists, you help document barriers, support rights awareness, assist in basic accessibility reviews, and strengthen our nationwide advocacy under the RPwD Act 2016. Anyone committed to disability justice — students, professionals, activists, or citizens — can contribute. Join us and help make accessibility a reality for everyone.

Become a Volunteer

Together for Accessibility & Dignity

Frequently Asked Questions

The Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act 2016 is an Indian law that guarantees equality, dignity, non-discrimination, accessibility, education, employment, and protection for persons with disabilities. It makes accessibility a legal right and mandates compliance by all public and private institutions.

We help individuals understand their rights, identify accessibility violations, document evidence, file complaints, and escalate cases to authorities. We also conduct awareness initiatives, basic accessibility observations, and promote nationwide compliance under the RPwD Act 2016.

Your rights may be violated if you face situations such as:

  • No ramps, lifts, accessible washrooms, or pathways

  • Inaccessible websites or digital documents

  • Denial of admission, services, or reasonable accommodation

  • Workplace discrimination

  • Barriers in public buildings, transport, or government offices

If any barrier restricts your equal participation, it is a violation.

Any person with disability, family member, caregiver, volunteer, student, or concerned citizen can file a complaint about accessibility violations or discrimination under the RPwD Act.

Any person with disability, family member, caregiver, volunteer, student, or concerned citizen can file a complaint about accessibility violations or discrimination under the RPwD Act.

Yes. Anyone who believes in disability justice can volunteer. We need people for documentation, awareness, accessibility observations, community outreach, and support tasks. No legal expertise is required.

Stand Up for Your Rights. We Stand With You.

Disability should never be a reason for discrimination, neglect, or injustice.
If you or someone you care about is facing unfair treatment, your voice deserves to be heard.
Together, we can work toward accountability, equality, and real change.

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Disability Rights Activists is dedicated to ensuring accessible environments, equal opportunities, and justice for persons with disabilities across India.

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  • Registered Address
    3-CA, Madhuban, Udaipur – 313001
  • Correspondence Address
    Dr. Arvinder Singh (C/O Arth Skin) 4-C, Apex Chamber, Behind Lok Kala Mandal Madhuban, Udaipur – 313001

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