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Why Is the Government Giving Money to Help Older People? 💰

The central government released about 78 crore rupees to fund 755 projects for senior citizens.

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Key Points

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₹78 crore (≈ 780 million rupees) allocated for senior citizen welfare.

755 projects will receive support this quarter.

Program called Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana focuses on ‘ageing with dignity’.

India expects 23 crore older people by 2036, so help is needed.

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These projects aim to give safe homes, food, health services, and fun activities.

The plan works with state and local leaders to reach older people across the country.

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7 words

crore

ten million

quarter

three‑month period

dignity

respect

demographic

population numbers

institutional

big organized places like care homes

community‑based

help that comes from neighbors and local groups

empowerment

making someone feel capable

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