Kerala Becomes First State in India to Establish Senior Citizens Commission.
National
The 'Kerala State Senior Citizens Commission Bill, 2025' was recently approved by the Kerala Legislative Assembly to establish a Senior Citizens Commission aimed at ensuring the protection of rights, welfare, and rehabilitation of senior citizens in the state.
- The commission will be responsible for collaborating with various state departments to safeguard and promote the well-being of the elderly population.
- The newly formed commission will address issues faced by senior citizens, such as neglect, abuse, and loneliness, by providing advice and recommending policies for their well-being.
- Additionally, the commission aims to utilize the skills and experiences of senior citizens for societal benefit, encouraging their active participation in the state's development.
Main Point :- (i) The Kerala Senior Citizens Commission will have a Chairperson and at least four senior citizen members, including one woman and one person from SC/ST. Members will be appointed by the Kerala government through an official notification.
(ii) The commission will be headquartered in Thiruvananthapuram and will receive administrative support from a government officer of Additional Secretary rank. The Registrar will be a Joint Secretary from the Law Department, while financial matters will be handled by a Deputy Secretary from the Finance Department.
(iii) According to the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)'s India's Ageing Report, 2023, by 2036, 22.8% of Kerala's total population will be aged 60 years and above.
About Kerala
Chief Minister (CM): Pinarayi Vijayan
Governor: Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar
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