The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) on January 08, 2024, issued the Draft Guidelines of Accessibility Standards in the Public Exhibition of Feature Films in Cinema Theatres for Persons with Hearing and Visual Impairment.
The following has been stated namely: -
• These guidelines lay down Accessibility Standards for public exhibition of feature films for persons with hearing and visual impairment
• The Guidelines are applicable for those feature films that are certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for public exhibition in cinema halls/movie theatres for commercial purposes
• The Accessibility Standards have been stated in the notification
• The licensing authorities shall monitor the places licensed for cinematograph exhibitions under their jurisdiction to ensure the provision of seats that are accessible for people with hearing and visual disabilities.
• This shall be made mandatory after three years from the date of notification of the Guidelines
• This shall be in effect from the date of notification of the Guidelines
• Comments may be sent by February 08, 2024, at [email protected].
