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(a) of the RPwD Act, 2016, no sensitization or awareness programmes have been conducted for prison staff. RTI responses reveal that prison authorities maintain no data on accessibility, accommodations, or compliance. Further, there is a failure to publish disability-related statistics, as mandated by Article 31 of the UNCRPD. 11.8. That the existing Prison Manual is non-compliant with the RPwD Act, 2016, and fails to address the needs of persons with varying disabilities. In Shri Rama Murthy v. State of Karnataka6, this Court noted that the outdated Prison Act, 1894, must be thoroughly overhauled. The appellant submits that systemic disregard for (1997) 2 SCC 642 disability rights has led to irreversible harm to his health and dignity, and endangers similarly placed prisoners.

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(i) To ensure compliance with Article 31 of the UNCRPD by maintaining and disseminating disaggregating statistical data regarding accessibility and accommodations for prisoners with disabilities on official websites, thereby ensuring transparency and accountability.

12. Denying the submissions made by the appellant, the learned counsel for the respondents submitted as follows:

12.1. In connection with Crime No. 108/2020 registered at Dharapuram Police Station for offences under Sections 294 (b), 323 and 506(ii) IPC, the appellant was remanded by the Judicial Magistrate on 29.02.2020 and admitted to Central Prison, Coimbatore on the same day. He was released on bail on 10.03.2020. Notably, from the date of admission until his release, the appellant remained an inpatient in the Prison Hospital throughout.

11.2) The revised Manual shall be prominently displayed in every prison establishment.

12) The State shall undertake periodic consultations with civil society organisations working in the disability sector to develop inclusive policies and identify accommodations based on real needs.

13) The State shall constitute a monitoring committee to conduct periodic inspections and submit compliance reports every three months.

14)The State shall maintain and update disaggregated data on the disability status of prisoners, including records on accessibility, reasonable accommodations, and medical requirements.