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On Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2025, India Takes a Step Towards Ensuring Digital Accessibility


Published on 2025-05-16 04:02:13 - ThePrint
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  • NewsVoir New Delhi [India], May 16: A draft curriculum to teach digital accessibility in undergraduate computer science and design courses was unveiled at the Inclusive India Summit, held at the India International Centre, New Delhi, on the occasion of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) 2025. The initiative aims to ensure accessibility becomes a core part [
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On Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2025, India made significant strides towards enhancing digital accessibility, as highlighted in an article by ThePrint. The initiative, led by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, focuses on making digital platforms more inclusive for people with disabilities. Key actions include the launch of the Accessible India Campaign (AIC) 2.0, which aims to improve accessibility in public spaces, transportation, and digital services. The campaign emphasizes the importance of accessible websites and mobile applications, ensuring that individuals with disabilities can fully participate in the digital world. This move aligns with global efforts to promote digital inclusion and reflects India's commitment to empowering its citizens with disabilities through technology.

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[ https://theprint.in/ani-press-releases/on-global-accessibility-awareness-day-2025-india-takes-a-step-towards-ensuring-digital-accessibility/2627788/ ]