The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 remains only a legal document without intense sensitisation of government functionaries and citizens regarding disability. Comment.
The statement rightly points out a crucial inadequacy in the implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016. While the Act is a progressive legal framework, expanding the definition of disability, increasing reservations, and mandating accessibility, its potential remains largely unrealized without intense sensitisation.
The gap lies in the transition from legal provision to lived reality. Many government functionaries, from policymakers to frontline service providers, still lack a deep understanding of disability, often viewing it through a lens of charity rather than rights. This leads to inadequate allocation of resources, slow implementation of accessibility norms (e.g., in public buildings, transport, digital platforms), and a failure to proactively address the needs of persons with disabilities.
Similarly, among citizens, attitudinal barriers persist. A lack of awareness about the rights and capabilities of persons with disabilities contributes to social exclusion, stigma, and an unwelcoming environment. Laws alone cannot dismantle ingrained prejudices or ensure empathy. For the RPwD Act to be truly effective, it requires a fundamental shift in mindset and sustained efforts to build an inclusive society through widespread awareness campaigns and training programs for all stakeholders.
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