Archive · 2 Aug 2025
NHRC Advocates Integrating Ancient Indian Values for Elderly
The head of India's Human Rights Commission wants to use old Indian traditions to help older people.
He wants to make sure that the elderly are treated with respect and dignity in new policies.
The commission, along with other organizations, held a conference to talk about these issues.
Experts discussed how to protect the rights of older people and also make the most of their experience.
By 2050, India will have many more older people.
The commission has also provided advice on topics like helping widows and helping the elderly during the pandemic.
NHRC Chairperson advocates integrating ancient Indian values into modern policies for senior citizens.
The conference focused on protecting human rights and dignity of senior citizens.
Dr. Vinod K. Paul emphasized the importance of healthcare and social security for the elderly.
India is projected to have nearly 35 crore elderly people by 2050.
NHRC has issued advisories on rights of widows and protecting older persons during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
- Who
- NHRC Chairperson, Justice V Ramasubramanian and other stakeholders.
- What
- NHRC advocates integration of ancient Indian values into modern policies for senior citizens.
- When
- At a national conference on ageing in India.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To ensure the dignity, protection, and well-being of senior citizens.
- Keynote Speaker
- NHRC Secretary General Bharat Lal
- Conference Focus
- Protecting human rights and dignity of senior citizens.
- Key Issue
- Integrating ancient values and principles into modern policy frameworks.
- Projected Elderly Population by 2050
- Nearly 35 crore
- NHRC Initiatives
- Advisories, core group meetings, research studies, and suo motu cognizance of cases.
Sources
70% of India's elderly financially dependent: Report
70 per cent of India’s elderly financially dependent: Report
70% of India's elderly financially dependent: Report
70% of India's elderly financially dependent: Report
