Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards and comply with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

• Keyboard navigation support for users who cannot use a mouse
• Alternative text for images and graphics
• High contrast mode for better visibility
• Resizable text that can be enlarged up to 200% without loss of functionality
• Screen reader compatibility
• Clear and consistent navigation structure
• Descriptive page titles and headings
• Sufficient color contrast ratios

Assistive Technologies

Our website is designed to work with assistive technologies including:

• Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
• Voice recognition software
• Keyboard-only navigation
• Screen magnification software
• Switch navigation devices

Browser Support

This website is optimized for accessibility on:

• Chrome (latest version)
• Firefox (latest version)
• Safari (latest version)
• Edge (latest version)
• Internet Explorer 11

Known Limitations

We are continuously working to improve accessibility. Currently known limitations include:

• Some PDF documents may not be fully accessible (we are working to remediate these)
• Certain multimedia content may require captions or transcripts
• Some third-party embedded content may have accessibility limitations

Feedback and Support

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement:

• Contact us through our official government communication channels
• Provide specific details about the accessibility issue
• Include the page URL where you encountered the problem
• Describe the assistive technology you were using

Alternative Formats

If you need information from this website in an alternative format (large print, audio, etc.), please contact us through official channels. We will make reasonable efforts to provide the information in your preferred accessible format within a reasonable timeframe.

Compliance and Standards

This website aims to comply with:

• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA
• Guidelines for Indian Government Websites (GIGW)
• Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
• Information Technology Act, 2000

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to continually improving the accessibility of our website. We regularly:

• Conduct accessibility audits and testing
• Train our staff on accessibility best practices
• Update our content and design based on user feedback
• Monitor new accessibility guidelines and standards