5. Non-availability of disabled friendly cars;
NHRC seeks comments from the Government
Noting the concern of disabled persons over the non-availability of disabled friendly cars in India, the Commission has sought comments from the Government. The Commission took cognizance of a complaint from a person with physical disability that car manufacturing companies have discontinued manufacturing of the vehicles for physically challenged persons which is causing hindrance to those who want to be independent.
The Commission has forwarded a copy of the complaint to the Secretary, Ministry of Heavy Industries for comments.