• The challenges faced by the aging population who have contributed invariably to the society were addressed and effective strategies for their welfare were discussed in the conference by NHRC.

• Government’s dedication  and commitment and for their betterment was reaffirmed

• Challenges identified:

  • Discrimination based on age

  • Social isolation

  • Disparities in Healthcare

  • Insecurity related to Finance

• The  UNFPA Personnel’s discussion was focused on

  • Health care evaluation

  • Technology’s role

  • Social security

  • Gendered aspects of aging

  • Quality of life enhancemnet

• Recommendations:

  • Improving accessibility to quality health care

  • Anti discrimination law strengthening

  • Implementing measures to prevent elder abuse

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