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Enforcement of laws is the key: Shivraj Patil

Staff Reporter

Bangalore: Member of the National Human Rights Commission Shivraj V. Patil has said that mere enactment of laws is not enough and that their enforcement is what really mattered.

"Law by itself cannot protect the rights of persons with disabilities. A vigilant civil society, non-governmental organisations, honest and committed law-enforcing agencies, independent media, proactive judiciary and awareness about rights of persons with disabilities can help in protecting the human rights of such persons," he said.

Inaugurating the national conference on "Rights of Persons with Disabilities-Role of the Executive and the Judiciary" organised by the Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities here on Saturday, Mr. Patil said that notwithstanding the sound legal framework, the number of programmes, schemes and policies, a lot more was required to be done for improving the conditions of persons with disability. "These persons continue to suffer social, cultural and attitudinal barriers. Intense efforts are needed to create awareness and enhance capacity of various institutions and individuals to allow persons with disabilities to enjoy their rights," he said.

Mr. Patil emphasised the need for executives, and specially the field functionaries, to give effect and be sensitive to the rights of disabled persons.

"In this regard, the district magistrates and the Commissioners for Disabilities have a pivotal role to play.'

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