Hyderabad, March 29 -- In a significant step towards strengthening the welfare of senior citizens, the Telangana Legislative Assembly has passed the Telangana Employees' Responsibility and Parental Care Monitoring Bill, 2026, providing a statutory framework to ensure dignity and care for elderly parents.
Introduced by Social Welfare Minister Adluri Lakshman Kumar, the Bill was approved with the consent of the Speaker, marking what the government described as a milestone in social reform.
The legislation clearly outlines the responsibilities of employees towards their parents, mandating provisions for healthcare, housing, and financial support. It also incorporates mechanisms to monitor compliance and address cases of neglect, empowering a...