Supreme Court of India · 2026-04-21
Sathyan Naravoor vs Union Of India
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Sathyan Naravoor
- Respondent
- Union Of India
- Author
- Vikram Nath
- Bench
- Vikram Nath
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined the rights and conditions of prisoners with disabilities under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, emphasizing the constitutional guarantees of dignity, equality, and non-discrimination. The Court referenced previous directives to ensure accessible infrastructure, healthcare, and staff training within prisons. It underscored the importance of effective implementation of these safeguards to uphold the rights of disabled prisoners. The judgment highlights the need for institutional mechanisms to realize these rights in custodial settings.