Overview

• President Droupadi Murmu emphasized the cultural and societal importance of senior citizens as wisdom bearers and emotional pillars for families.
• A dedicated digital welfare portal for senior citizens was launched, providing a one-stop platform for their needs and support.
• The Ayushman Bharat–PM Jan Arogya Yojana now offers up to ₹5 lakh in annual health coverage for citizens aged 70 and above.
• Modernization and youth migration have strained traditional elder care structures, prompting calls for collective responsibility to ensure elder dignity and happiness.
• An MoU with the Brahma Kumaris and the virtual inauguration of senior homes highlight efforts to empower seniors spiritually and socially.