The move is aimed at ensuring that a basic support system is put in place to cater to the needs of Indias ageing population which is expected to go up from 10% now to 19.5% by 2050. It is of the view that while catering to the needs of the elderly population of this size is challenging, it also presents an opportunity for the growth of the senior care industry, which is presently estimated at Rs 57,881 crore
The NITI Aayog in India is developing a policy to improve elderly care in the country. The aim is to have a comprehensive system in place to meet the needs of the growing elderly population, which is expected to reach 300 million people by 2050.
PUTRAJAYA: The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry has drafted the Senior Citizens Bill (RUU) aimed at protecting the rights and well-being of the elderly, said Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri.
PUTRAJAYA, April 14 The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry (KPWKM) has drafted the Senior Citizens Bill (RUU) aimed at protecting the rights and well-being of.
The focus of the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment is the welfare of the poorest households of the socially, educationally and economically marginalized sections of the society including Scheduled Castes (SCs), Other Backward Classes, Seni