Tag: RPWD ACT 2016

Non-Negotiable Standards Need Careful Drafting: Reflections on the Draft Revised RPWD Rules
10 Feb
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Non-Negotiable Standards Need Careful Drafting: Reflections on the Draft Revised RPWD Rules

On 12 December 2025 (published on 5 January 2026), the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities invited public feedback on the Draft Revised Rules to amend the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017—specifically on non-negotiable accessibility standards for the built environment. The intent behind this exercise is welcome. It appears aimed at reducingRead more about Non-Negotiable Standards Need Careful Drafting: Reflections on the Draft Revised RPWD Rules[…]

What you need to know about Multiple Sclerosis
13 Nov
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What you need to know about Multiple Sclerosis

Interview with Renuka Malaker, National Secretary (Hon), Multiple Sclerosis Society of India, by DEOC What is Multiple Sclerosis? Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, unpredictable disease of the central nervous system (CNS), which is made up of the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves. It is thought to be an immune-mediated disorder, in which theRead more about What you need to know about Multiple Sclerosis[…]

A comprehensive list of FAQs on Parkinson’s disease
02 Nov
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A comprehensive list of FAQs on Parkinson’s disease

Dr. Nicole D’souza, a Neurophysiotherapist, in her interview with DEOC explained the Parkinson’s Disease (PD), the support that is available and accommodations that employers can provide to ensure a non-discriminating and an inclusive workplace. 1. Parkinson’s Disease is included as a disability in the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPWD) Act 2016. Can you pleaseRead more about A comprehensive list of FAQs on Parkinson’s disease[…]

Blood disorders included in The Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPWD) Act, 2016 Explained
22 Oct
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Blood disorders included in The Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPWD) Act, 2016 Explained

  In an interview to Rama Krishnamachari, DEOC, Dr. J.S Arora, National Thalassemia Welfare Society (NTWS), has explained the blood disorders included in The Rights of Persons with Disabilties Act (RPWD), 2016 and how employers and educational institutions can accommodate people with blood disorders. Dr. J.S. Arora has been a strong advocate for the rightsRead more about Blood disorders included in The Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPWD) Act, 2016 Explained[…]