New Delhi, Oct 1 (PTI) Delhi Social Welfare Minister Ravinder Indraj Singh on Wednesday said the government is working on new schemes aimed at ensuring dignity, security and a fulfilling life for the senior citizens.

Speaking at an event in Bawana on the occasion of International Day of Older Persons, the minister said a plan is being prepared to set up recreation centres for senior citizens with special focus on mental health and counselling facilities at old-age homes.

“Post-retirement counselling will also be expanded. For better mental health, the government will spend Rs 20 crore on developing recreation centres,” Singh said. Show Full Article

He added that 50,000 new pension vacancies have been created for senior citizens in Delhi during the ongoing Sewa Pakhwada (service fortnigh

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