As India greys, govt plans midday meals, startups to help the elderly | India News
India's elderly population is expected to touch 300 million by 2050 NEW DELHI: Pictures and reports of down and out elders being left on the highway by the Indore municipality shocked the nation, but the struggle for existence is a daily fight for many of India's seniors. Recognising their plight, the government is set to launch a mid-day meal scheme for indigent elders, support start ups prepared to work for welfare of the old and self help groups will offer reskilling for seniors as part of a comprehensive outreach. A fast growing elderly population expected to touch 300 million by 2050 ha...