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Inviting comments and suggestions on the Draft Accessibility Standards for the Information & Communication Technology Sector

Inviting comments and suggestions on the Draft Accessibility Standards for the Information & Communication Technology Sector
Start Date :
Jun 27, 2025
Last Date :
Jul 11, 2025
17:45 PM IST (GMT +5.30 Hrs)

The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment (MSJE), in collaboration with MyGov, invites comments and suggestions ...

The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment (MSJE), in collaboration with MyGov, invites comments and suggestions from stakeholders and the general public on the draft accessibility standards for the Information & Communication Technology Sector. These draft standards, which identify non-negotiable rules, have been prepared to strengthen the creation of barrier-free environments in accordance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 and relevant rules.

The draft document is now available for review. Click here to read.

All interested individuals are requested to carefully examine the proposed standards and submit their feedback, comments, and suggestions on the MyGov platform, ensuring that personal details are entered accurately during registration.

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abhisheksharma_4575
Abhishek Sharma 1 hour 28 minutes ago

Here's my thoughts at this

1. Follow Global Standards
Use WCAG 2.1 AA, EN 301 549, and Section 508 as the base.

2. Clear Scope
Cover websites, mobile apps, sof
2. Clear Scope
Cover websites, mobile apps, software, hardware (e.g., ATMs, kiosks).

3. Phased Rollout
Start with essential services (govt., banking, education), give timelines.

4. Technical Requirements

Ensure screen reader support

Provide keyboard navigation

Use proper contrast, alt text, captions, and transcripts

5. Accessible Hardware

Include braille, audio cues, and tactile buttons

6. Audits & Penalties
Regular accessibility audits; penalize non-compliance.

7. Complaint System
Set up a dedicated, fast-track redressal mechanism.

8. Training
Train developers and testers on accessibility guidelines.

9. Involve People with Disabilities
Include them in testing and feedback processes.

10. Support Regional Languages
Make accessibility tools multilingual.

Roopman Tisso
Roopman Tisso 9 hours 19 minutes ago

All India and All State People with Disability free Education is mandate.
U.G Course online learning website Accessibility.
Protection of section and power of people with disability is mandate.

roopsinghrathore_9
Roop Singh Rathore 10 hours 41 minutes ago

Desh Ko rakhasa chetra me ek number par lane ke liye desh vashio aapni kamai ka 30% hisha ajj Se 10 varsho tak rakhasa bajat mein dena chahiye OR vajpaye ji ka sapna sakar karne ke sath apna or ane Vali pidi ko garv ke sath jine ke liye mahan arya varth ki pavitra Matra bhumi sogate mein deni chahiye.......... ... jai Mera Bharat Mahaan

rahul_58612
rahul_58612 11 hours 53 minutes ago

Urja Ek aisa strot hai jisse apan bijali prapt karte hain Surya se Surya Ek aisa chij hai jisse bijali banti hai Urja se apan koi bhi chij Chala sakte hain jaise Pani chalana Ho Aur Bhi Kuchh chalana Ho Gaon Mein Na solar panel Laga Ke apan se chai kar sakte hainHar Ghar Mein nauja honi chahie aur Har deshvasiyon ko solar panel Jarur Lagani chahie apan ko

shyamrathod_24
Shyam Rathod 15 hours 7 minutes ago

It’s encouraging to see new draft standards aiming to make digital information equally accessible for everyone, including people with disabilities. To truly make a difference, we need to ensure that mobile applications are designed with accessibility in mind right from the start. Clear rules for audio descriptions, screen reader compatibility, and intuitive navigation can bridge many existing gaps. I hope these standards continue to evolve with technology so that no one is left behind in the digital age.