Keralam Assembly Unanimously Passes Bill to Protect Senior Citizens From Abuse, Exploitation
The law creates penalties for abuse and unregistered care centres and takes effect after the governor’s assent.
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Keralam Assembly unanimously passes Senior Citizens’ (Care and Protection of Rights) Bill
The Bill aims at promoting healthy and active ageing, registration and regulation of senior citizen care centres, and protection of rights, dignity, and social security of the elderly, among others. CM says the Bill’s main thrust is on silver economy
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Times of IndiaKeralam Assembly unanimously passes bill to protect senior citizens from abuse, exploitation
The Keralam Senior Citizens (Care and Protection of Rights) Bill, 2026, was passed unanimously by the state Assembly after Chief Minister V D Satheesan accepted several amendments moved by members of both the ruling and opposition benches.
Imprisonment and fines for relatives who are obligated to protect if abandoned
Kerala passes the historic Senior Citizens Protection Bill unanimously. Read about the new welfare measures, safety, and healthcare provisions. Know more!
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