As per 2011 census report, the percentage of people above the age of 60+ in our country is 8.6%, but we have failed to provide them due respect, care, affection, safety and healthcare facilities, which older people need the most.

According to HelpAge India (a charity platform that works for the cause of the disadvantaged elderly population) report- 82% of India’s elderly live with their families, however they are often subjected to ‘verbal abuse’, ‘neglect’ and ‘physical violence’.

The survey stated that 35% of elders faced abuse at the hands of their sons and 21% reported abuse by their daughters-in-law. About 2% of elders were abused by their house help, who is not a family member.......

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