From guidelines to action: Supreme Court to enforce disability rights in prisons via high-powered committee
Indian Express·1h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Supreme Court established High-Powered Committee to enforce disability rights in Indian prisons, addressing uneven state compliance. Hearing petitioner Sathyan Naravoor's case, Justice bench ruled prisoners with disabilities deserve dignity and constitutional protections under Articles 14 and 21. Court directed authorities ensure faithful implementation of disability safeguards across prison systems nationwide.
Key Entities
Supreme Court of IndiaHigh-Powered CommitteeSathyan NaravoorJustice Vikram NathJustice Sandeep MehtaArticles 14 and 21Indian Constitution