Kerala's new Bill proposes elderly database, care as a right and silver economy initiatives

Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 13 (UNI) Kerala will work towards establishing a comprehensive care system for senior citizens, including a statewide database, ward-level support networks and professionally trained caregivers, Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan said in the State Legislative Assembly on Tuesday. Presenting the Kerala Senior Citizens (Care and Protection of Rights) Bill, 2026, and moving a motion to refer it to the Subject Committee for consideration, he said the government aimed to ensure that no elderly person was left without food, medicines, healthcare or essential support. The government intends to introduce caregiver training courses from the next academic year, drawing on curricula…