Re: [Ai] Representation to RBI for accessible Indian Currency, an update on meeting with RBI

[syed imran via Ai]

Would it help if the face value is also printed in QR code ? We could then
develop a simple solution to identify the denominations in the form of a
mobile app , or a seperet tiny gadget altogether

On 21-Sep-2017 9:53 AM, "Sana Samad via Ai" <
ai@accessindia.inclusivehabitat.in> wrote:

> I agree with BGFI that a lot of effort needs to be done. But I am sure
> we will successedeed in our mission.
>
> On 9/20/17, Blind Graduates' Forum of India (BGFI) via Ai
>  wrote:
> > Hi all,
> >
> > Here is a brief update on our meeting with RBI authorities.
> > We had Kanchan Pamnani, Suhas Karnik, Amar Jain and myself Vishal
> > Kumar Jain attending the meeting. First of all thanks a lot for all
> > those who have supported with a lot of ground work and those who wrote
> > to the authorities which enabled us have this meeting in the first
> > place.
> >
> > We discussed on each of the points highlighted in the representation.
> > The RBI team was relatively new to the subject and unfortunately they
> > were not updated with earlier conversations on it. Overall it was a
> > much needed discussion and the team was receptive to listen to our
> > suggestions. However the team avoided making any commitments. Below
> > are the key highlights:
> > 1.The longest conversation was on size variation which remains a
> > major issue. If RBI goes ahead with their plan, the size variation of
> > notes will come down from 10mm to around 4mm with the introduction of
> > new Rs. 100, Rs. 20 and Rs. 10 notes. More over the width of all the
> > notes is expected to be the same (66mm). This will make it close to
> > impossible for us to identify the notes. While the team understood our
> > concerns, they expressed their own challenge of maintaining variation
> > due to reduction in overall size of the notes.
> > 2.The team was taken aback to understand that the bleed line and
> > tactile markings are not perceivable. They accepted the fact and
> > confirmed to prioritize on finding a solution to make it perceivable.
> > They also expressed technical challenges in making it happen.
> > 3.Inputs on low vision friendly features was welcomed and they plan
> > to continue with contrast color, color variation, font size, etc.
> > 4.Fake notes issue was acknowledge and they thought of focusing on
> > perceptible tactile markings and keeping the texture of notes
> > different from normal paper.
> > 5.The team confirmed to pass on inputs related to issues other than
> > currency notes to relevant departments and discussion on accessible
> > websites and apps was in brief.
> > 6.Most importantly we discovered that RBI had interactions with NGOs
> > and teams like us in the past. However the inputs and suggestions have
> > not been valued given the fact they have gone ahead with lower size
> > variation and unperceivable tactile markings in the new notes.
> >
> > So on the whole the meeting was productive in sensitizing the team on
> > our needs. At the same time it doesn’t assure of our issues getting
> > sufficiently addressed any time soon. Unless we intensify our voice
> > and raise the issue on all possible forums, we will end up having
> > notes with very little size variation making it highly inaccessible.
> > We will continue our effort on this. However we would need more active
> > involvement from each of you and your network to really get them to
> > act on our suggestions.
> >
> > Thanks and regards,
> > Team BGFI.
> >
> >
> >
> > On 9/18/17, Blind Graduates' Forum of India (BGFI)
> >  wrote:
> >> Dear all,
> >>
> >> Please find below the representation that we intend to share and
> >> discuss with RBI during our meeting in person. Have incorporate
> >> recommendations considering short term and long term needs of persons
> >> with visual impairment. The meeting is tomorrow, so please share your
> >> feedback if any by today night.
> >>
> >> ---
> >>
> >> To
> >> Governor
> >> Reserve Bank of India
> >> Mumbai.
> >> Subject: Representation to make Indian Currency notes easily
> >> identifiable for the blind citizens
> >>
> >> Respected sir,
> >> Blind Graduates Forum of India brings to your kind notice the issue of
> >> difficult-to-use Indian currency notes. We, the blind citizens face
> >> some genuine inconveniences in identifying various currency notes in
> >> circulation including the newly introduced ones. This has made daily
> >> living very difficult and has led to direct negative impact on
> >> livelihood for blind individuals across the country.
> >>
> >> Kindly consider the following recommendations to make Indian Currency
> >> accessible for the blind:
> >> 1.   Define Indian Currency Accessibility Guidelines to be mandatorily
> >> factored in every new release of notes and coins.
> >> 2.   Mandate adoption of available accessibility guidelines for mobile
> >> apps and websites meant for making financial transactions. Communicate
> >> the 

Re: [Ai] Official state me not of Radio pertaining to the discussion on latest incident in Nab Delhi

[syed imran via Ai]

No organisation or individual has any right to threaten or commit
violence even if something disagreeable was spoken against them. We
are a free country and each one of us have a right to raise voices
against exploitation. So please do not stifle our voices.


On 9/7/17, arpitg56--- via Ai  wrote:
>
>
> Sent via micromaxOn Sep 7, 2017 3:57 PM, Amit Bhatt via Ai
>  wrote:
>>
>> Dear Danish and Radio Udaan,
>>
>> Why don't you expose the person and Organization who has threaten you over
>>
>> the phone for conducting the show on Radio.
>> This is a serious matter and needs more focus as threatening over the
>> phone
>> is itself a crime.
>>
>> I am surprised indirectly some people are trying to make other bloggers of
>>
>> this list afraid by giving legal worning and refraining the discussion as
>> a
>> whole.
>>
>> Radio Udaan has also revealed many positive and good things about various
>> NGO's in previously broadcasted shows, why those organizations have not
>> raised any question then and why Radio Udaan was not rewarded for that
>> work
>> if today we are talking about the legal actions to be taken against a
>> media
>> mode like Radio udaan.
>>
>> Every matter for every indivisual or group is sensitive and couple of
>> weeks
>> back a large number of the subscriber of this list have discussed an issue
>>
>> related to rape by ablind accused, why this discussion was not interupted?
>>
>> Was that matter not sensitive for the said accused?
>> How we can be selective about what sensitive matter is to be discussed or
>> what not.
>>
>> Let's try to resolve every issue by accepting the pits and falls and do
>> not
>> try to divert from the main cause of concern
>>
>> And please also do not try to stop the voices in the name of legal
>> worning.
>> The doors of law are open to everyone and lawyers are available to every
>> citizen of India.
>>
>> this entire issue was already brought under public domain by various media
>>
>> channels.
>>
>> It would have been nice if one could simply say that we are working
>> towards
>> this matter and we would require the support from all of you but
>> unfortunately some members are being threaten or worned. This is not a
>> right
>> message.
>>
>> This would be my final message unless we receive any unsolicited or
>> threatening response.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Amit Bhatt
>> - Original Message -
>> From: "Radio Udaan via Ai" 
>> To: "ai" 
>> Cc: "Radio Udaan" 
>> Sent: Wednesday, September 6, 2017 6:29 PM
>> Subject: [Ai] Official statement of Radioudaan pertaining to the
>> discussion
>> on latest incident in Nab Delhi
>>
>> > Official statement of Radioudaan pertaining to the discussion on
>> > latest incident in Nab Delhi
>> > Dear all,
>> > Greetings from Radio Udaan
>> > We, radioudaan, a disability community radio work only and only for
>> > community and talk about improving the conditions of brothers and
>> > sisters in the community. Recently we had conducted a discussion on
>> > the molestation case which took place in NAB, Delhi. Since there are
>> > so many rumors which r floating around and in this regard we have come
>> > up with our official statement to clear the air. We have got many
>> > feedback with respect to the discussion we had last evening and many r
>> > very happy to see us raise this topic as best as we could. On the
>> > other hand also we got many complaints from many organizations who r
>> > very disturbed with our reporting. Also a few individuals also
>> > complained on the coverage.
>> > Radio Udaan is a very responsible station and we take full
>> > responsibility on our coverage. We quote Mr. Prashant Ranjan Verma who
>> > has written the following statement on a social platform.,
>> > (The incident reported in the newspapers and by Radio Udaan is under
>> > the POCSO act where people are forbidden to reveal anything which
>> > could lead to the
>> > Identity of the victims.
>> > The way people discuss things on the AI list, I am afraid it could
>> > invite legal action by the police.
>> > So, please do not allow this to go through. I am of course available
>> > to answer questions on phone or personal email.
>> > Yesterday Radio Udaan has done a very disturbing show on this already
>> > and they got lot of complains already.
>> > Thanks,
>> > Prashant Verma)
>> >
>> > We would also like to clarify that we take full responsibility and are
>> > ready to face any legal action with regards to our show. As far as the
>> > statement of Mr. Verma that Radio Udaan has done a very disturbing
>> > show and we have got a lot of complaints for that we would like to
>> > clarify that we have got just one complaint which was more of a
>> > threatening call rather than being a complaint.
>> > In India we have right to speak so we cannot stop anyone from
>> > presenting