The Supreme Court held that the State cannot keep temporary employees in insecure service conditions while assigning them duties identical to permanent staff. It ruled that workers performing the same functions cannot be denied corresponding benefits and social security protections.
Supreme Court Justice B V Nagarathna emphasized the need for inclusive policies to eliminate barriers faced by differently-abled children during the ‘Invisible No More’ consultation with UNICEF. She outlined the importance of data-driven approaches, regular surveys, and accessible services to ensure equal opportunities, advocating for integrated support to combat societal stigma and enhance social security.
