New Delhi, Sept. 8 -- union Health Minister JP Nadda today underscored the indispensable role of physiotherapy in promoting mobility, independence, and overall well-being among India's ageing population, as the country observed World Physiotherapy Day.

"Physiotherapy plays a pivotal role in enhancing mobility, fostering autonomy, and improving quality of life across age groups," Nadda said. Marking the occasion, he highlighted the government's concerted efforts to address the healthcare needs of the elderly through a series of welfare initiatives.

"These services are being delivered through Ayushman Arogya Mandirs and public health institutions across the nation," the Minister said in a message on the social media platform X, urging eligi...