The Centre told the Supreme Court on Tuesday that acid attack survivors who suffer internal injuries due to forcible ingestion of the corrosive substance will now be entitled for benefits under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, 2016 (RPwD), following a recent amendment that recognises “internal” disfigurement as well | India News

Government amends RPwD Act to recognize internally injured acid attack victims, expanding protections and benefits for survivors.

The Centre amends RPwD Act to include acid ingestion victims, expanding protections for survivors of acid-related assaults.