Delhi Minister Celebrates International Day of Older Persons at Old Age Home

Delhi Social Welfare Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj visited the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Memorial Old Age Home in Wazirpur, engaging with residents and ensuring facility quality. He emphasized the government's commitment to elderly care, celebrated the occasion with the residents, and assured ongoing support.

Delhi Social Welfare Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj on Tuesday visited the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Memorial Old Age Home in Wazirpur on the occasion of International Day of Older Persons.

The minister interacted with the elderly residents, inquired about their health, and reviewed the facilities provided, according to an official statement.

Bharadwaj affirmed the Delhi government's commitment to maintaining a healthy living environment for the elderly, ensuring that all residents receive top-notch facilities and high-quality food.

The minister highlighted that this year's theme for the International Day of Older Persons is 'Ageing with Dignity.'

To commemorate the day, Bharadwaj cut a cake with the residents, honored them, and shared joyful moments, accompanied by Wazirpur MLA Rajesh Gupta.

Bharadwaj further conversed with the administration, collected detailed information about the home's operations, and reassured the government's provision of necessary facilities. The administration expressed satisfaction with the governmental support.

(With inputs from agencies.)