SALIL CHATURVEDI vs UNION OF INDIA .

The Supreme Court addressed the implementation of Section 43 of The Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995, emphasizing the obligation of State Governments and local authorities to formulate schemes for preferential allotment of land to persons with disabilities. The Court found that many states had either not implemented or only partially implemented this provision, directing that preferential treatment and concessional rates be provided for land allotment as specified in Section 43. The Court also reiterated the need for appointing a Chief Commissioner to address complaints regarding the deprivation of rights of persons with disabilities under Section 62 of the Act.