September 12, 2026

Section 44 – RPWD Act: Mandatory Observance of Accessibility Norms

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

Section 44. Mandatory observance of accessibility norms

(1) No establishment shall be granted permission to build any structure if the building plan does not adhere to the rules formulated by the Central Government under section 40.

(2) No establishment shall be issued a certificate of completion or allowed to take occupation of a building unless it has adhered to the rules formulated by the Central Government.