A recent United Nations report sheds light on a concerning issue – more
than 40% of India’s elderly population falls within the poorest wealth
quintile. This revelation underscores the pressing need for improved social
safety nets, healthcare access, and financial support for senior citizens
in the country. Addressing these disparities is essential to ensure a
dignified and secure life for India’s aging population. The findings should
serve as a call to action for policymakers and society as a whole to
prioritize the welfare of the elderly.
than 40% of India’s elderly population falls within the poorest wealth
quintile. This revelation underscores the pressing need for improved social
safety nets, healthcare access, and financial support for senior citizens
in the country. Addressing these disparities is essential to ensure a
dignified and secure life for India’s aging population. The findings should
serve as a call to action for policymakers and society as a whole to
prioritize the welfare of the elderly.
