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Kerala introduces bill to protect senior citizens

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2026-10-04 21:44 UTC → 2026-10-14 08:38 UTC · added removed

Kerala elderly care legislative developments introduces bill to protect senior citizens

The Kerala government is drafting new legislation and a policy to regulate elderly care in response has moved forward with legislative efforts to address rapid demographic ageing. ageing, with projections suggesting the elderly will comprise 38 per cent of the state’s population by 2036. Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan announced that a draft law providing legal protection and welfare assurances would be introduced in the state Legislative Assembly in October 2026. The proposed Kerala State Elderly Persons introduced legislation, titled ‘The Keralam Senior Citizens (Care and Protection) Protection of Rights) Bill, 2026, 2026’, specifically aims to establish standards for care homes, assisted-living facilities, safeguard the elderly from abuse, neglect, and home-care services while defining accountability measures for caregivers. As exploitation. To combat physical or mental abuse committed by family members, legal heirs, or care center staff, the state prepares Bill proposes criminal penalties including up to introduce the draft law in three years of imprisonment and fines of up to Rs 50,000. Beyond criminal penalties, the Legislative Assembly, officials have outlined further initiatives. These include collecting Bill establishes a regulatory framework for elderly care institutions through mandatory registration, monitoring, and oversight to ensure transparency and accountability. This follows broader government initiatives to collect comprehensive data on senior citizens and establishing create specialized care mechanisms for those who are bedridden, require palliative care, or suffer from dementia. To support the sector, the government plans to launch a structured training program for caregivers next year year, featuring a six-month certificate course and intends one year of practical training. Additionally, officials intend to extend caregiver services to financially disadvantaged elderly residents. Additionally, there are plans to residents and integrate seniors into economic development by using utilizing their expertise to mentor young entrepreneurs.

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