<h1>Draft mandatory accessibility standards require everyday products to meet POUR framework, testing, Level A-AAA ratings, markings, enforcement</h1> The government department has issued draft mandatory accessibility standards for everyday products under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 and court directions, adopting the POUR (Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, Robust) framework. The rules cover 20 product categories-from kitchenware, clothing and childcare items to lifts, ATMs and medical supplies-requiring tactile features, braille, high-contrast text, simplified instructions, ergonomic design and digital compatibility with assistive tools. Products must undergo accredited accessibility testing, receive Level A-AAA ratings with periodic recertification, and display markings. Enforcement pairs incentives (tax breaks, subsidies, procurement benefits) with penalties (fines, recalls, public disclosure), supported by AI monitoring and mandatory involvement of persons with disabilities in design and feedback processes.