Will frame policy on rail concessions for acid attack victims: Centre to top court - The Economic Times
The Centre has tentatively approved a policy granting railway concessions to survivors of acid attacks. This initiative is designed to facilitate their travel for essential medical treatment. In a recent hearing, the Supreme Court reviewed a plea requesting these concessions and reservation benefits. Survivors are currently classified as individuals with disabilities under existing legislation, and the government aims to extend travel concessions under the existing 'patient category' framework.