India, May 12 -- As India moves steadily towards becoming an ageing nation, ensuring safety, dignity and emotional security for senior citizens must become a national priority

India, at present, is a young nation, but is ageing rapidly. By 2050, the country will have a significant elderly population. As the country progresses and new technologies emerge, they also have a downside: they are alienating a large section of society - senior citizens who find it difficult to cope with evolving technology and changing times. They are increasingly becoming vulnerable as the joint family system gives way to nuclear families and fast-paced life becomes the norm. They often find themselves emotionally, physically and mentally vulnerable. Adding to ...