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In letter to Sitharaman, NGO seeks prioritising elderly welfare in Union Budget

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 28 January 2025 ()
The Agewell Foundation urged union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman to prioritize India's ageing population in the Union Budget, with over 32 crore Indians projected to be 60+ by 2050. Recommendations include tax deductions for elderly care, expanded pensions, healthcare policy reforms, GST cuts on essential items, and financial aid for pilgrimages. The NGO also proposed funds for senior digital literacy, vocational training, and caregiver training, emphasizing dignity and well-being for the elderly.
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