President Droupadi Murmu emphasized the significance of 'ageing with dignity' initiatives for senior citizens welfare during an event held by the Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. The occasion involved the launch of a digital portal for seniors, inauguration of homes for the elderly virtually, distribution of aids and assistive devices, and signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment and Brahmakumaris organization. President Murmu underscored that respecting and engaging with elders is an intrinsic part of Indian culture, highlighting their role as emotional pillars in families, whose health also contributes to family welfare when supported by younger generations. She stressed on the importance of utilizing senior citizens' wealth of experience and knowledge for facing challenges, suggesting a spiritual empowerment path towards prosperity and advancement alongside preserving cultural values such as respecting elders. Additionally, she highlighted elderly individuals' value in linking the past to future generations and emphasized the responsibility of society to ensure their dignified and active old age. President Murmu praised government initiatives that empower seniors so they can contribute to all societal aspects and encouraged collective efforts for the happiness and well-being of the elderly across India.
Key Entities Referenced
President's Secretariat: Administrative body for managing the President of India
PIDR: Initials for 'President Droupadi Murmu'
AGEING WITH DIGNITY INITIATIVES: Programs initiated by the government for senior citizens welfare.
WELFARE OF SENIOR CITIZENS: Government efforts towards improving the quality of life for elderly individuals.
Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre: Venue where the event took place in recognition of age with dignity.
Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment: Government agency responsible for organizing part of the mentioned initiative or program.
senior citizens welfare portal: Digital platform designed for senior citizens' services or resources.
virtual inauguration of senior citizens homes: Online ceremonial launch event for housing facilities exclusively for seniors.
Aids and Assistive devices: Devices provided to enhance accessibility or provide support to senior individuals.
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment: Government department focusing on social welfare and empowerment initiatives.
Brahmakumaris organization: Non-governmental organization possibly involved in the initiative for senior citizens.
President's Secretariat
PRESIDENT OF INDIA GRACES AN EVENT
‘AGEING WITH DIGNITY’ INITIATIVES FOR
WELFARE OF SENIOR CITIZENS
ELDER PEOPLE ARE A LINK TO THE PAST AND
ALSO GUIDES TO THE FUTURE, WE SHOULD
VALUE THEIR GUIDANCE AND ENJOY THEIR
VALUABLE COMPANY: PRESIDENT DROUPADI
MURMU
Posted On: 02 MAY 2025 2:02PM by PIB Delhi
The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu graced an event ‘Ageing with Dignity’ - initiatives for the
welfare of senior citizens at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre today (May 2, 2025). The event organised by
the Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment witnessed the launch of the senior citizens welfare
portal, the virtual inauguration of senior citizens homes, the distribution of Aids and Assistive devices and the
signing of an MoU between the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment and Brahmakumaris
organization.Speaking on the occasion, the President said that respecting parents and elders is part of our culture. It is,
generally seen in families that children are very comfortable with their grandparents. Elders act as an
emotional pillar for the family. Elders too remain physically and emotionally healthy when they see their
family flourishing.The President said that in today's competitive and quick-paced life, the support, inspiration and guidance of
senior citizens is extremely important for our younger generation. Wealth of experiences and knowledge,
which senior citizens have, can help the younger generation to face complex challenges. She said that old age
is also a stage to spiritually empower oneself, analyze one's life and actions, and live a meaningful life.
Spiritually empowered senior citizens can lead the country and society towards greater prosperity and
progress.
The President said that elder people are a link to the past and also guides to the future. It is our collective
responsibility as a nation to ensure that our seniors live their old age with dignity and activeness. She was
happy to note that the Government is empowering senior citizens through various initiatives so that they can
actively participate in all aspects of life. She urged all citizens to commit themselves to the happiness and
well-being of the elderly, value their guidance and enjoy their valuable company.Please click here to see the President's Speech-
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