The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has issued guidelines for showing movies in cinema halls.
These guidelines aim to make sure that people with hearing and vision challenges can enjoy movies fully.
Here are six key points about the accessibility standards for these individuals:
Movies will have Closed Captioning and Audio Description to help those with hearing and vision impairments enjoy the movie experience better.
Indian Sign Language interpretation will be provided for the hearing impaired.
Films must meet specific deadlines to ensure accessibility for all movie watchers.
Cinema theaters can use special equipment, apps, or other technologies to make screenings more accessible. Theater owners have two years to create plans for this.
Moviegoers can complain if accessibility features are missing, and these issues will be resolved quickly.
This effort supports the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, which promotes universal access and inclusion, including in entertainment.
These measures aim to make cinema accessible and enjoyable for everyone, regardless of their hearing or vision abilities.