Authority: Supreme Court of India
Order Date: 10-09-2026
Case Overview
- Parties: Petitioner (the Mission Accessibility organization) versus the Union of India, with the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) and the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) appearing as respondents/intervenors.
- Hearing Details: The matter was called for hearing on 10 September 2026 before a bench comprising Hon'ble Mr. Justice Vikram Nath and Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sandeep Mehta.
- Counsel Submissions: UPSC counsel informed the Court that deliberations are ongoing. Meetings were held on 31 August 2026 with DEPwD, and additional meetings are planned with all stakeholders, including a representative of the petitioner‑organization, to address the issues raised.
- Adjournment Request: UPSC counsel sought a four‑week adjournment to enable filing of a further status affidavit.
Final Outcome
- The Court granted the requested four‑week adjournment.
- UPSC is directed to file a status affidavit by 26 October 2026.
- The matter is listed again for hearing on 26 October 2026, by which the affidavit must be filed.
Topics: Disability Accessibility, Public Service Recruitment