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"Where Disability Meets Justice"

Panacea Disability Rights Activists –
"Where Disability Meets Justice"

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Harmonised Guidelines

The Harmonised Guidelines & Standards for Universal Accessibility in India (2021) provide a national framework for creating inclusive, barrier-free built environments across cities, transport systems, buildings and public spaces. The guidelines align with the RPwD Act, UNCRPD, Smart City Mission and global best-practices to ensure accessibility for persons with disabilities, elderly, women, and children.

Key Features & Provisions

Universal Design Approach

Emphasizes environments usable by all — regardless of age, gender, disability or health conditions — ensuring independent movement, safety and dignity.

Diverse User Needs

Addresses accessibility requirements for persons with disabilities, elderly, children, pregnant women, people with temporary injuries, and individuals with invisible disabilities.

National Policy Alignment

Integrates mandates from RPwD Act 2016, Accessible India Campaign, Smart Cities Mission, and National Policies on Women, Children & Elderly.

International Principles

Based on UNCRPD, Sustainable Development Goals, New Urban Agenda and Incheon Strategy for disability-inclusive development.

Built Environment Standards

Provides detailed design standards for pathways, ramps, tactile surfaces, parking, entrances, toilets, signage, lighting, corridors, lifts, play areas and public spaces. Includes visual diagrams, measurements and examples.

Information & Wayfinding Systems

Mandates accessible signage, Braille, tactile maps, colour contrast, audio announcements and multi-sensory communication.
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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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