Led by Administrator Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, emphasizes strengthening care systems, ensuring dignity, and supporting the active, safe lives of senior citizens. Events often include felicitating seniors for contributions in various fields.
Key Highlights of Chandigarh Administration Initiatives & Events:
- Active Participation: Governor and Administrator of UT Chandigarh, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, has recently attended events organized by the Chandigarh Senior Citizen Association, emphasizing the “living libraries” of knowledge senior citizens provide.
- Focus Areas: The administration promotes addressing the loneliness and neglect of the elderly caused by urbanisation and nuclear family shifts.
- Support Services: Recognition is given to local associations providing free services like physiotherapy, yoga, and health check-ups.
- Redressal Mechanism: Seniors are encouraged to use the ‘Janta Darbar’ or ‘Jan Sunvai’ (held every Wednesday) to address grievances.
- Awards: The Chandigarh Administration honours senior citizens for outstanding contributions in areas such as social work, literature, education, and medical care.
