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THREAD : I only recently learnt that nearly all NTA tests are computerised.

This means that exam centres are dependent on computer labs of private colleges or on standalone online testing centres.

Elections have taught us, that any private institution, is bad news for access.. Plank of wood on 8 steps do...So called ramp in 3 unfaste...Karnataka polling booth ina...
Whether school or college, private organisations seem blissfully unaware that they're required by law to provide accessibility by 15-6-2022.
Private schools as polling booths have steadfastly refused to install permanent ramps despite a decade of advocacy
bit.ly/design4diversi…
So the Varanasi online testing centre (others weren't any better) had this steep incline masquerading as a wheelchair ramp last afternoon.

NTA was patient with our bombarding solutions by 4 architects for a temporary ramp before 3 pm today. So were Varanasi district officials. Front view of 6 riser stepp...Side view of 6 riser steppe...
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Whose side are you batting for @MSJE_AIC @MSJEGOI @Drvirendrakum13 @PratimaBhoumik @socialpwds?

"The States/UTs were advised to assess public buildings by 31-7-22 & submit the proposal seeking extension of time, if needed, with justification & detailed action plan."
#15June2022
Are you supposed to uphold the rights and participation of disabled Indian citizens or are you Personal Assistant to Central Govt & States of the Union?
When a statute provides for a time limit, then the basic rule of statutory interpretation is that the deadline must be observed
"If provision for extension is made then logically the extension has to be sought by the party who has failed to meet the deadline.  It is ironical that instead of issuing notice to the states asking them to explain why they have failed to meet the time limit..." @Drvirendrakum13
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Non-compliance with the Harmonised Guidelines on accessibility for disabled citizens is not only a building violation but a violation of our right to freedom of movement & access. And RPwD Act.

Not one public facility in India will pass the AIC audit checklist!
#WhereIsOurAzadi
Please issue Stop Work notice on TN Govt till attitude towards accessibility requirements in respected and rectified @CMDA_Official @chennaicorp !

You have an active and vibrant disability presence in the State, activists have been non-adversarial for decades and input pro bono.
Why then has the Tamil Nadu Government shamefully sought extra time of a year from Central Govt to make existing infrastructure accessible as per the time limit of Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016?

What were you doing for 5 years after passage of the RPwD Rules?
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