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Kerala High Court Judge Urges Creation of Obstacle‑Free Spaces for the Visually Impaired
✍️ India Today
🗓 20 Oct 2026, 01:32 AM
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A Kerala High Court judge has directed authorities to ensure public areas are free of obstacles for visually impaired citizens.
A judge of the Kerala High Court has issued a directive urging government bodies and private establishments to eliminate physical barriers that hinder the mobility of visually impaired persons. The order, delivered during a recent hearing, stresses the need for compliance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, which mandates accessible public infrastructure.
The judge highlighted that many streets, markets and public buildings still contain uneven pathways, unmarked steps and other hazards that limit the independence of people with visual impairments. By calling for obstacle‑free zones, the court aims to promote safer, more inclusive environments across the state.
Authorities have been asked to conduct surveys of existing spaces, prioritize the installation of tactile paving, ramps and clear signage, and ensure regular maintenance to keep these provisions functional. The directive underscores the judiciary's role in safeguarding the rights of disabled citizens and reinforcing India's commitment to universal accessibility.
The judge highlighted that many streets, markets and public buildings still contain uneven pathways, unmarked steps and other hazards that limit the independence of people with visual impairments. By calling for obstacle‑free zones, the court aims to promote safer, more inclusive environments across the state.
Authorities have been asked to conduct surveys of existing spaces, prioritize the installation of tactile paving, ramps and clear signage, and ensure regular maintenance to keep these provisions functional. The directive underscores the judiciary's role in safeguarding the rights of disabled citizens and reinforcing India's commitment to universal accessibility.