Vidhi Centre Analyzes New Indian Draft National Policy on Accessibility

Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy – The blog breaks down the draft national policy’s accessibility chapter, highlighting provisions for universal design in public buildings, transport, and digital services, and calls for clear implementation timelines and monitoring mechanisms.

The Financial Express – In its opinion piece “At last, accessibility for all,” the editorial praises the draft as a step toward inclusive growth, noting that the policy could influence state-level regulations and improve daily life for millions of disabled Indians.

Disability Awareness Calendar – The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DAIC) released a 2026 calendar featuring photographs of persons with varied disabilities engaged in work, sport and education, aiming to raise public awareness and distribute the calendar to schools and community centers.

Hindustan Times – The newspaper reported that government officials plan to circulate the draft policy to ministries next month, and that stakeholder meetings will be held in Delhi and regional capitals to gather feedback from disability NGOs and industry groups.