NHRC Engages Global Experts on Elderly Welfare Issues
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New Delhi, Dec 19 (NationPress) The seminar held by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Thursday prominently featured expert recommendations on the healthcare and nutritional needs of the elderly, alongside discussions on their economic security, social inclusion, and quality of life, with contributions from specialists including those from the WHO.
During the inaugural session, Bharat Lal, Secretary General of NHRC, highlighted the evolving nature of old age homes and stressed the need for enhancements in their operations, according to a statement.
Dr. V. K. Paul, a member of NITI Aayog, chaired the first thematic session focused on the health and nutrition requirements of the elderly. He expressed concerns regarding the current and impending challenges facing the well-being of the ageing population and praised NHRC, India for its diverse initiatives addressing these issues.
The second thematic session, which revolved around economic security, social inclusion, and quality of life, was chaired by Amit Yadav, Secretary of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
The seminar attracted a wide array of participants, including domain experts, representatives from NGOs, academia, researchers, startups, and the medical community. Each session concluded with an open house where attendees from various sectors, including the WHO, United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), and Tata Trusts, posed questions.
Titled ‘Ageing in India: Actionable Solutions - Drawing insights from Global, Regional, and National Best Practices’, the seminar was organized by NHRC in collaboration with Sankala Foundation, alongside active engagement from NITI Aayog and the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
Earlier, Bharat Lal reiterated that the NHRC is cooperating closely with civil society organizations, special rapporteurs, monitors, and human rights defenders to evaluate and promote the rights of the elderly.
He emphasized the urgency for an action-oriented model that incorporates best practices for the overall welfare of the elderly population in India.
He called for collaboration among all organizations and mentioned efforts to establish a platform that would allow elderly individuals to engage with and contribute meaningfully to society.
