Policy makers must address demands of youth, elderly, says President

He was speaking at the presentation of National Award for Senior Citizens, Vayoshreshtha Samman here.

It is their generation which has built the modern and vibrant India which we are enjoy today, Mukherjee said.

The true test of a developed and civilised society is the manner in which it values and protects its vulnerable sections and we must do all we can to ensure that the elderly enjoy a healthy, happy and dignified productive life, Mukherjee said.

“The government must mainstream the issues concerning the aged and ageing in India. Their needs and requirements should not be overlooked,” he said.

Mukherjee also called upon the medical sector to take initiatives that further facilitate the elderly and make their visit to doctors and hospitals “a pleasant experience from a nightmare”.