PoliticsPhoto: News18Kerala's Senior Citizens Bill Penalizes Elder Abuse and Property Grabs
Kerala introduced the Keralam Senior Citizens (Care and Protection of Rights) Bill, 2026, aiming to protect elderly from abuse and neglect. Proposed penalties include up to three years imprisonment and fines up to Rs 50,000 for cruelty. The bill also regulates elderly care facilities and holds caregivers accountable for safety, dignity, and property violations. It broadens the definition of cruelty beyond physical assault.
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