RAJIVE RATURI vs UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court addressed the need for accessibility for visually disabled persons under Article 21 of the Constitution, emphasizing the right to safe access to public places. The Court held that the government must implement measures such as auditory signals at traffic lights, inclined zebra crossings, and guiding blocks on footpaths to ensure safe navigation for visually impaired individuals. The judgment underscores the obligation of the state to create an inclusive environment that facilitates independence and safety for differently-abled persons.