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Disabled-friendly & barrier free environment

1. Introduction

Sunder T.T. College is committed to creating an inclusive, barrier-free environment for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors with disabilities (Divyangjan). The College ensures access to education, facilities, and resources in compliance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016 and UGC Guidelines on inclusive education.

2. Policy Framework

The College has formulated a Divyangjan Policy outlining the rights, responsibilities, and accommodations for students with disabilities. The policy emphasizes: Equal access to admission, academics, and co-curricular activities. Reasonable accommodations and support services. Periodic review of policies for continuous improvement. The policy is published on the College website and made available to all students and staff.

3. Admission & Academic Support

Sunder T.T. College is committed to creating an inclusive, barrier-free environment for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors with disabilities (Divyangjan). The College ensures access to education, facilities, and resources in compliance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016 and UGC Guidelines on inclusive education.

4. Physical Infrastructure & Accessibility

Sunder T.T. College ensures that its campus infrastructure is accessible and user-friendly for persons with disabilities. The institution has taken necessary steps to create a barrier-free physical environment, including:

  • Ramps with handrails at key entry points
  • Accessible washrooms for Divyangjan
  • Wheelchair-friendly pathways and corridors
  • Reserved seating arrangements in classrooms and auditoriums
  • Proper signage and display boards for easy navigation
  • The College continuously reviews its infrastructure to enhance accessibility standards.

5. Assistive Facilities & Support Services

The College provides necessary assistive facilities to support students with disabilities in their academic journey. These include:

  • Provision of scribes and extra time during examinations, as per university norms
  • Access to study materials in accessible formats
  • Support from faculty mentors and academic advisors
  • Counseling and guidance services

6. ICT & Digital Accessibility

Sunder T.T. College promotes digital inclusion by ensuring that its website and online resources are accessible to all users. Efforts are made to:

  • Provide readable and user-friendly website content
  • Share academic materials through digital platforms
  • Facilitate online learning support where required
  • The College strives to adopt inclusive technologies to enhance digital accessibility.

7. Grievance Redressal Mechanism

The College has established a grievance redressal mechanism to address concerns related to accessibility and discrimination. Students with disabilities may approach the designated committee or nodal officer for assistance. All grievances are addressed promptly and confidentially.

8. Awareness & Sensitization

The institution conducts awareness programs, workshops, and sensitization sessions to promote inclusivity and respect for diversity among students and staff. These initiatives aim to build a supportive and empathetic campus culture.