(1) No prisoner shall be discriminated against on ground of disability. All prisoners with disabilities shall be entitled to equality, dignity and respect for their integrity on an equal basis with others.
(2) All prison infrastructure, including cells, toilets, medical units, educational and vocational training centers, and grievance redressal systems, shall be made accessible in accordance with such standards, as may be prescribed.
Emergency.
Extramural custody, control and employment of prisoners.
Prison Development Board.
Delegation of powers.
Accounts and audit.
Rights and facilities for prisoners with disabilities.
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(3) Persons with Disabilities shall be provided with appropriate healthcare, including psychiatric and psychological services, as well as access to rehabilitation programmes and therapies.
(4) All incoming prisoners shall be screened for disabilities at the time of admission. Relevant prison records must reflect their specific needs to ensure suitable accommodations and assistance.
86. No suit, prosecution or other legal proceeding shall lie against the Government or any functionary of the Government in respect of anything which is done or intended to be done in good faith in pursuance of this Act or the rules made or orders or directions issued there under.
87. The Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, make rules consistent with this Act.