https://indianmasterminds.com

ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Uttarakhand CM Flags Off Free Ambulance for Senior Citizens on International Day of Older Persons

Also Launches Walkathon, Felicitates Elders, and Highlights State's Welfare Schemes for the Elderly
Indian Masterminds Stories

Dehradun: Marking the International Day of Older Persons, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami flagged off a free ambulance van dedicated to senior citizens during a state-level celebration held at the Himalayan Cultural Centre, Dehradun. The initiative reflects the state government’s growing focus on elderly welfare and accessible healthcare.

In a gesture of respect and inclusion, CM Dhami also inaugurated a Senior Citizens’ Walkathon Rally, planted a sapling in his mother’s name, and felicitated elderly participants at the event. He further administered the Senior Citizen Honour Pledge, urging society to uphold the dignity and rights of senior citizens.

Free Ambulance Dedicated to Senior Citizens’ Service

The newly flagged-off ambulance van will be dedicated to the healthcare needs of senior citizens, especially for emergency and hospital transportation. This initiative aims to reduce healthcare access gaps for the elderly in remote and urban areas alike.

Read also: Chamoli Cloudburst Rescue: Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Leads Ground Response After Cloudburst, Ensures Timely Relief & Rescue

CM Dhami: ‘Senior Citizens Are the Pillars of Society’

Addressing the gathering, CM Dhami said:

Senior citizens are the pillars of our society. Their blessings and experiences are a guiding light. The state and central governments are fully committed to protecting their dignity, well-being, and health.”

He also extended best wishes to all elderly citizens of Uttarakhand and reaffirmed the government’s holistic approach to elderly care through infrastructure, pensions, health services, and caregiver training.

Highlighting Key Elderly Welfare Schemes

The Chief Minister spotlighted several central and state-run schemes aimed at empowering senior citizens:

  • Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana
  • Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana
  • Rashtriya Vayoshree Yojana

Old Age Pension Scheme (with pensions for 6 lakh beneficiaries transferred via DBT)

He further emphasized the implementation of the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act to legally safeguard the rights of the elderly.

Old Age Homes Being Expanded Across State

CM Dhami shared that existing old age homes in Bageshwar, Chamoli, and Uttarkashi are being further strengthened. In addition:

  • New homes are being constructed in Dehradun, Almora, and Champawat
  • A Model Old Age Home is coming up in Rudrapur (Udham Singh Nagar) with central support

The process is underway to build homes in Rudraprayag, Tehri, Pauri, and Pithoragarh

Health & Training: Cataract Surgeries, Caregivers, Assistive Devices

Several healthcare initiatives were also announced:

  • Target of 1,300 free cataract surgeries for senior citizens this year
  • Under the Rashtriya Vayoshree Yojana, assistive devices are being distributed to elderly citizens
  • Launch of Geriatric Caregiver Training Program, with plans to train 150 master trainers and caregivers

These steps aim to build a trained workforce for elderly care and improve quality of life for older citizens in the state.

Read also: CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Unveils Uttarakhand Sports Legacy Plan with 23 New Academies and First Sports University


Indian Masterminds Stories
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Related Stories
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
NEWS
gghghghg
Defence Acquisition Council Approves Rs 79,000 Crore for Advanced Military Systems to Boost India’s Defence Capabilities
Bank_of_Baroda_signed_agreement_
Bank of Baroda Enhances Maharashtra Vital Statistics Operations with Advanced Agency Banking Integration
_BPCL_IandC_team_
BPCL Launches ‘Suraksha Bandhan’ Safety Initiative, Reaching Over 12,000 People Across India
Bank of Baroda
Financial Results: Bank of Baroda Board to Approve Q2 and Half-Year Unaudited Financial Results on October 31, 2025
Sandeep Lathar
Political Pressure Behind ASI’s Suicide? Wife Accuses IPS Officer’s Family, MLAs in FIR, Seeks CBI Inquiry
Special Campaign 5.0
Swachhata Takes Centre Stage: Government Launches ‘Special Campaign 5.0’ across Key Ministries to Clear Backlogs & Boost Office Hygiene
Railtel
Results: RailTel to Announce Q2 Financial Results on October 29, Proposes Interim Dividend with November 4 Record Date
GRSE Garden Reach
Results: GRSE to Review Q2 Results on November 4, Eyes Interim Dividend with Record Date on November 11
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Videos
WhatsApp Image 2025-10-19 at 12.23
UPSC Journey Should Be Enjoyable, Not Cumbersome
WhatsApp Image 2025-10-16 at 15.16
The Many Facets of Former IRS Officer and Author, Giselle Mehta | Video Interview
IDES Saquib Alam
Beyond IAS and IPS: The Inspiring Work of an IDES officer | Video Interview 
ADVERTISEMENT
UPSC Stories
IAS Rupal Rana UPSC
How Rupal Rana Cracked UPSC CSE 2023 with AIR 26 After Four Attempts
UPSC Topper Rupal Rana secured AIR 26 in 2023 after four attempts. Learn her preparation strategy, booklist,...
Ankita Parashar RAS 2023
4 Attempts, 1 Dream, 0 Excuses: Meet RAS Topper Ankita Parashar, Who Fulfilled a Daughter’s Promise & Secured Rank 2 | Exclusive Interview
Ankita Parashar, a teacher-turned-officer from Pushkar, fulfilled her late father’s dream by securing...
Kushal Chaudhary RAS
From Lab Assistant’s Grit to Rajasthan Topper: How Kushal Chaudhary Topped RAS 2023 with Self-Study | Preparation, Strategy & Interview
Kushal Chaudhary, a farmer’s son and lab assistant from Ajmer, topped RAS 2023 through self-study, overcoming...
Social Media
IFS Parveen Kaswan
Heartbreak by the River: 15-Day-Old Elephant Calf Rejected by Mother, Rescued by IFS Parveen Kaswan and His Team
Jaldapra, West Bengal: In a moving incident that tugs at the heart, a 15-day-old elephant calf was rescued...
Ashwini Bhide IAS and Anand Mahindra
Who Is IAS Ashwini Bhide, Hailed as a Role Model for Mumbai Metro Transformation by Anand Mahindra?
From heritage to high-tech: Bhide’s leadership in Metro Line 3 earns public praise and admiration
World Rhino Day India
On World Rhino Day, IFS Officer Parveen Kaswan Shares Rare Insights - India Now Hosts 80% of the World’s One-Horned Rhinos
September 22 Marks Global Call for Rhino Conservation; India Holds 80% of World’s Greater One-Horned...
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Latest
gghghghg
Defence Acquisition Council Approves Rs 79,000 Crore for Advanced Military Systems to Boost India’s Defence Capabilities
Bank_of_Baroda_signed_agreement_
Bank of Baroda Enhances Maharashtra Vital Statistics Operations with Advanced Agency Banking Integration
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Videos
WhatsApp Image 2025-10-19 at 12.23
WhatsApp Image 2025-10-16 at 15.16
IDES Saquib Alam
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT