International Day of Older Persons 2015
Source: The Sangai Express
Chandel, October 01 2015:
As celebrated worldwide, District Social Welfare Office, Chandel has also observed the International Day of Older Persons 2015 under the theme "Nothing for us without us" at Mini Secretariat Hall, DC Complex, Chandel, reports our correspondent.
S Sambhunath Singh, Project Director, DRDA Chandel, Pualhring Langhu, president, District Sports Association, Chandel and Deven Singh, District Information Officer, Chandel graced the function as the chief guest, guest of honour and president.
A large number of older persons from different communities and villages of the district attended the programme.
S Sambhunath Singh said that the Government has provided welfare schemes like Old Aged Pension, Widow Pension etc.
for older persons under the Social Welfare Department.
However, the most essential needs of older persons are love, care and protection by the family members and society.
To convey our gratitude and respect, International day of older persons is observed every year.
However, there are several instances when old aged parents have been ill-treated by their own family members.
"We need to remind ourselves the selfless sacrifices made by them for us and be grateful", he said.
He also urged the people to inculcate human values and regard the older persons of society with respect.