JAMMU, Sept. 17 -- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Friday launched the Senior Citizens National Helpline "Elderline"-14567 in J&K, at Raj Bhavan here.

On the occasion, the Lt Governor also distributed motorized tricycles, prosthetic and other aids worth Rs 3.25 crore to divyangs from across the UT.

The Lt Governor observed that ElderLine will serve as a vital support system to comfort the distressed elderly through a dedicated Decentralized Call Center, extending emotional care and support, health services, and other aids to needy senior citizens. This toll-free helpline will fill a crucial gap in the institutionalized Eldercare Ecosystem in UT, he added.

It was also informed that the J&K Maintenance and Welfare for Parents and Senior ...