The Supreme Court Today (Aug 18) asked the Centre to respond on how disabled military cadets can be supported with compensation, insurance, and rehabilitation. The Court expressed deep concern for cadets injured during training and said they deserve fair benefits.
The Madras High Court, in a recent order by Justice N Anand Venkatesh, highlighted that persons with disabilities face barriers beyond physical accessibility, rooted in societal prejudice and stereotypes. Ruling on a petition by disabled engineer B Vidyasagar, the court stressed that constitutional courts must understand the wide-ranging societal and institutional barriers limiting disabled individuals’ full participation and inclusion.
The Bombay High Court emphasized practical implementation of disability rights, overturning the rejection of a visually impaired woman’s job application due to a clerical error. Criticizing administrative indifference, the court mandated reconsideration of her application, highlighting the need for sensitivity and flexibility in applying the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
