New Delhi, Nov 18: The Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, in partnership with the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), held a special session in New Delhi on the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007. The event aimed to raise awareness about the legal rights of senior citizens, government schemes supporting them, and the community’s role in ensuring their welfare.

Union Minister Virendra Kumar said that today’s elders have contributed significantly to nation-building and stressed the importance of traditional joint family values. He highlighted government initiatives such as the Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana, which has benefited over 7 lakh seniors, the Elderline helpline (14567), and health insurance coverage of Rs 5 lakh for citizens aged 70 and abo

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