CMDA to take up remedial measures at Kilambakkam Bus Terminus after disability rights organisations conduct access audit
The Hindu
CMDA to take steps to improve Kilambakkam Bus Terminus for persons with disabilities. Ramps, tactile flooring, battery-operated cars, wheelchairs, toll-free helpline, video call facility, toilets to be provided. Rectification to be completed in 15 days.
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA) will be taking steps to remedy issues highlighted by members of various members of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) representing persons with disabilities in the newly constructed Kilambakkam Bus Terminus.
The members of five NGOs, including Disabled Rights Alliance (DRA) and Tamilnadu Association for the Rights of All Types of Differently Abled and Caregivers (TARATDAC), participated in the access audit visit to the bus terminus on September 15.
A senior official of CMDA said an audit report along with representations from TARADTAC and DRA were received for various measures to be taken for 100% access compliant for the persons with disabilities and senior citizens. Member Secretary Anshul Mishra based on the representations visited the bus terminus and directed officials to carry out the rectifications.
The CMDA, in addition to the two ramps provided as per the guidelines on the side of the terminal building for entry and exit, would construct a new ramp in the front portion of the terminal.
Tactile flooring, though present, does not lead to the bus bays and ticket counters. Regarding thism the CMDA official said tactile flooring to the ticket counter was already available save for a small gap in the floor.
The CMDA authorities have proposed to install four battery-operated cars to be available round the clock in the bus terminus. However, the members had requested for wheel chairs that would also be provided, the official added.
The bus terminus, which has been built as per the Harmonised access guidelines for persons with disabilities, will have a toll-free helpline with video call facility for senior citizens and those with cognitive disabilities.
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