PoliticsPhoto: Deccan HeraldKerala Enacts First State Law to Protect Senior Citizens' Rights
Kerala has become the first Indian state to pass a law protecting senior citizens' rights, ensuring healthcare access, social security, and protection from abuse. This move highlights the need for states to create tailored laws addressing local issues faced by the elderly, as India's senior population is projected to reach 20.4% by 2050. Experts emphasize ageing as a rights and dignity issue, not just welfare.
Deccan Herald··Bengaluru



