Accessibility & Inclusion at JKKN Dental College & Hospital
Commitment to a Barrier-Free and Inclusive Environment
At JKKN Dental College & Hospital, we recognize our responsibility to create a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible environment for all individuals—including patients, visitors, and the public. Although there are currently no students with disabilities enrolled, we actively implement accessibility measures across our healthcare and administrative services in accordance with:
- Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPWD) Act, 2016
- UGC Accessibility Guidelines for Higher Education Institutions (2022)
- National Education Policy (NEP) 2020
✅ Accessibility Measures in Place (For Patients and Visitors)
🏥 Physical Infrastructure
- Barrier-free wheelchair access to hospital entrances, OPD, and treatment areas.
- Accessible ramps, wide corridors, and non-slip flooring in patient areas.
- Separate accessible washrooms in public areas.
- Clear Braille and high-contrast signage for navigation.
🚗 Mobility and Transportation
- Dedicated accessible parking slots near hospital entrances.
- Availability of wheelchairs and assistive mobility devices on request.
- Battery-operated cart for internal transport (on-call basis).
📢 Communication & Support
- Priority registration and queue system for patients with disabilities.
- Screen-reading software installed in the reception.
- Printed materials available in large font or digital formats upon request.
- Staff trained in basic inclusive communication practices.
🧑⚕️ Clinical and Therapeutic Services
- Dental chairs and equipment designed to accommodate diverse mobility needs.
- Assistance staff available to support patients with special needs.
- Mental health counselling and psycho-social support services available.
🔧 Ongoing Improvements
- Periodic accessibility audits of physical and digital infrastructure.
- Inclusion of accessibility standards in hospital upgrades and expansions.
- Staff sensitization on inclusion and disability awareness.
📌 Note
JKKN Dental College remains committed to supporting any future students with disabilities by providing the necessary academic, infrastructural, and technological accommodations as outlined in our official Accessibility & Inclusion Policy.
📞 Contact for Accessibility Support
For queries or requests related to accessibility or disability accommodations, please contact:
- Email: dental@jkkn.ac.in
- Phone: +91 93458 55001
- Office: Principal’s Office / Patient Support Desk