Archive · 2 Jan 2026
Punjab Launches Senior Citizens Welfare Campaign
The Punjab government has started a new campaign called 'Sade Buzurg Sada Maan' to help older people in the state.
The campaign will begin on January 16 and will offer free medical check-ups, help with pensions, and other services.
The government will spend a lot of money on this campaign, including building new old age homes and giving money to existing ones.
There is also a special phone number (14567) that older people can call if they have any problems.
The government wants all older people and their families to join these camps and use the free services provided.
Additionally, the government is reviewing the Scheduled Castes Sub-Plan to ensure that funds are used properly for the welfare of the Scheduled Caste community.
They are making sure that the money is spent on the right things and that new, helpful schemes are created.
Punjab government launches 'Sade Buzurg Sada Maan' campaign for senior citizens starting January 16.
Campaign includes free medical camps, pension assistance, and legal awareness programs.
Total budget of Rs 24 crore allocated for welfare, healthcare, and old-age homes.
New old age home with 72 beds to be inaugurated in Mansa on January 10.
Toll-free helpline number 14567 operational to address grievances of senior citizens.
- Who
- Punjab government, Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Baljit Kaur
- What
- Launch of a state-level campaign for senior citizens and review of the Scheduled Castes Sub-Plan
- When
- Campaign starts January 16, new old age home inaugurated January 10, review meeting held recently
- Where
- Punjab, starting in SAS Nagar (Mohali) and organized district-wise
- Why
- To ensure the dignity, safety, and welfare of senior citizens and the socio-economic welfare of the Scheduled Caste community
Government Initiatives
Community Needs
Fund Utilization
Government Initiatives
The government is expediting the utilization of funds allocated for welfare schemes to ensure timely benefits for senior citizens and the Scheduled Caste community.
Community Needs
The community expects transparent and effective utilization of funds to address their socio-economic needs.
Scheme Implementation
Government Initiatives
The government is focusing on streamlining and monitoring the implementation of welfare schemes for senior citizens and the Scheduled Caste community.
Community Needs
The community hopes for innovative and people-centric schemes that meet their current needs.
- Campaign Name
- Sade Buzurg Sada Maan
- Start Date
- January 16
- Total Budget
- Rs 24 crore
- Budget for 2025-26
- Rs 786.83 lakh
- Helpline Number
- 14567
- Old Age Home Grant
- Rs 6.82 crore
- Daycare Centre Grant
- Rs 2.5 lakh each
- New Old Age Home
- 72 beds in Mansa
- Scheduled Castes Sub-Plan
- Reviewed for socio-economic welfare
- Departments Involved
- Around 25 departments
Sources
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