Supreme Court Calls for Inclusive Reforms for Disabled Prisoners

The Supreme Court has mandated states and Union territories to implement a grievance redressal system for disabled prisoners, ensuring inclusive education and enhanced visitation rights. The directive aims to address systemic neglect, ensuring accessibility to essential facilities and support within jails for inmates with disabilities.

The Supreme Court has issued a directive to all states and Union territories, urging them to establish a robust and independent grievance redressal mechanism specifically for prisoners with disabilities.

According to the apex court, this system should ensure the prompt registration, effective monitoring, and timely resolution of complaints, safeguarding inmates from systemic neglect, abuse, and discrimination.

This move follows a petition demanding comprehensive directions for a legal framework and facilities for incarcerated individuals with disabilities, whether undertrial or convicted, across the country's prison system.

(With inputs from agencies.)