The problem of old age is recognized as one of the most pressing issues of the current scenario. Given the significant jump in the elderly population in the coming years, in what is being called as the “Grey Tsunami”, our preparedness as a country is inadequate to say the least. Based on the World Health…Read More
The extraordinary story of a simple man from Uttarakhand!
by HelpAge India May 3, 2019 0 comments Cause of Serving“Literature throws us many great heroes. Real life invariably outdoes them”- Wilbur Smith Bachhan Singh Batola, 75 years old belongs to Ukhimath, Rudraprayag. He is an environmentalist and loves nature; therefore he makes sure that his surroundings are well taken care of. He has planted about 15000 thousands…Read More
“The only way to change is to vote”- Paul Wellstone
by HelpAge India April 9, 2019 0 comments Cause of Serving“The vote is a trust more delicate than any other, for it involves not just the interests of the voter, but his life, honor and future as well” - Jose Marti To be able to Vote is one of the basic fundamental right of any citizen in the country and therefore more than a right, it should be taken as a…Read More
Every Senior Voter Matters in 2019 Election
by HelpAge India March 26, 2019 1 comments Cause of ServingThe dates of Lok Sabha Elections 2019 were declared by the Election Commission of India on March 10, 2019. The polling will happen in 7 phases across the country according to the Commission’s announcement. It will start from April 11th till May 19th, 2019. The counting of the votes will happen on May 23, 2019…Read More
Holi is a festival of color and symbolizes the victory of good over evil. Holi is known to fall on ‘Phalgun’ night of the full moon, which marks the onset of spring season which signifies freshness, beauty and new beginnings. As done in the ancient times and according to Indian history and tradition, a bonfire is…Read More