September 12, 2026

Section 40 – RPWD Act: Accessibility

The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 — back to Table of Contents

Section 40. Accessibility

The Central Government shall, in consultation with the Chief Commissioner, formulate rules for persons with disabilities laying down the standards of accessibility for the physical environment, transportation, information and communications, including appropriate technologies and systems, and other facilities and services provided to the public in urban and rural areas.