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Inviting comments and suggestions on the Draft Accessibility Standards for the Built Environment Sector

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Jun 23, 2025
Last Date :
Jul 07, 2025
17:45 PM IST (GMT +5.30 Hrs)
The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment (MSJE), in collaboration with MyGov, invites comments and suggestions ...
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shashi sharma
10 months 2 weeks ago
Inclusive Participation & Training
Involve persons with disabilities (PwDs) in design reviews and policy feedback.
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shashi sharma
10 months 2 weeks ago
pl find details
Universal Design Principles
regardless of age, ability, or status.
Include barrier-free routes, signage, furniture, and controls.
Site Planning & Outdoor Access
Provide accessible paths from public transport stops and parking to building entrances.
Entrances & Doorways
Minimum clear door widh 2 allow wheelchair access).
Ensure automated or low-force doors and level thresholds.
Vertical Circulation (Lifts, Ramps, Stairs)
Provide handrails on both sides of ramps/stairs (height
Accessible Toilets
Lighting, Signage & Wayfinding
Emergency Evacuation
Design refuge areas on each floor.
Ensure audible and visual fire alarms, accessible fire exits, and evacuation chairs.
Staff must be trained in inclusive evacuation procedures.
Technology Integration
Enable smart infrastructure for accessibility (e.g., voice-controlled elevators, GPS wayfinding apps).
Audits, Retrofitting, and Compliance
Set up grievance redressal mechanisms for access
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Andaluri Srinivas
10 months 2 weeks ago
Capacity building needed to address needs of about 4 crores differently abled
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Andaluri Srinivas
10 months 2 weeks ago
Differently abled are much superior to millions of Avara youth
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AANDO G
10 months 2 weeks ago
Here’s a structured call for feedback on the Draft Accessibility Standards for the Built EnvironmGapSector:
Your Input Matters
We're seeking comments and suggestions to enhance accessibility in public and private buildings—ensuring safe, independent access for all, including individuals with disabilities. Key areas include:
- Entrances & Paths: Recommendations on ramp slopes, doorway widths, thresholds, and tactile guidance.
- Vertical & Horizontal Circulation: Provisions for elevators, stairways, handrails, turning circles, clear floor space.
- Facilities & Amenities: Suggestions for accessible Washrooms, signage (Braille, visual contrasts), lighting, seating, counters.
- Emergency Measures: Accessible escape routes, fire alarms with visual/auditory signals, refuge points.
- Implementation & Compliance: Clarify timelines, audit processes, and enforcement measures.
- Contextual Design Solutions: Fit-for-purpose options, especially in heritage, retrofitting, informal and rural.
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Aashika Singhal
10 months 2 weeks ago
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Aashika Singhal
10 months 2 weeks ago
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Aashika Singhal
10 months 2 weeks ago
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