India, Oct. 28 -- Southern states, along with Himachal and Punjab, have higher elderly populations

In another 10 years by 2036, India's senior citizen population is projected to surge to around 230 million, making up about 15% of the total population. According to a PIB statement, southern states, along with Himachal Pradesh and Punjab, have higher elderly populations, with regional disparities expected to widen by 2036.

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is the Nodal Ministry for matters relating to the Senior Citizens, developing and implementing Acts, Policies and Programmes for welfare of Senior Citizens. The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007 and the subsequently amended Maintenance and Wel...