≈ 78 crore rupees (about 780 million) released for senior‑citizen welfare.
755 projects receive grants under the Integrated Programme for Senior Citizens.
Goal: improve institutional care, home‑based support, and community participation.
Scheme aligns with national action plans of states and districts.
Addresses growing ageing demographic and changing family structures.
The funding is part of the Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana, which promotes ageing with dignity and ageing in place.
Projects under the scheme provide shelter, nutrition, health care, and recreational services, and they involve state, district and community partners.
With the senior population projected to reach 23 crore by 2036, the programme aims to strengthen care infrastructure across India.
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