Dhaka, Oct. 2 -- The International Day of Older Persons is observed every year on 1 October, which is a decision taken by the United Nations General Assembly on 14 December 1990.

The main objective of observing this day is to protect older citizens, ensure their rights and create global public awareness about the problems related to aging.

This day emphasizes the rights and protection of older persons, so that they can live a dignified life in society.

The theme of International Day of Older Persons 2025 is - "Older Person Driving Local and Global Action: Our Aspiration, Our Well Being, and Our Rights".

For the 2025 Senior Citizens Day, various programs were taken up by the Ministry of Social Welfare and the Department of Social Servi...