Mumbai: India is changing rapidly. Technology, innovation and youthful ambition dominate public conversation. Yet alongside this progress, another reality is emerging. The country’s senior citizen population is rising at an unprecedented rate.
India is currently home to nearly 156 to 160 million people aged 60 and above. By 2050, this number is projected to cross 340 million. As longevity increases, so does the need for organised elderly care. At present, India has around 18,000 structured senior living facilities. Many of them face infrastructure gaps and limited care resources. In the coming decades, demand is expected to surge to nearly 2.3 to 2.5 million senior living units. This growing challenge calls for compassion, planning and collective action.
Amid these statistics, Padma Shri awardee Dr Mukesh Batra has chosen a meaningful path to raise awareness and support. The Founder Chairman of Dr Batra’s Group of Companies recently hosted the 14th edition of his annual musical evening, ‘Yadon Ki Bahaar’, dedicated to senior citizen welfare.
The event took place at the Y B Chavan Auditorium in Nariman Point, Mumbai. More than 550 music lovers and philanthropists attended the programme. The evening aimed to raise support for elderly widows residing at The Shepherd Widows Home.
Through soulful renditions of timeless classics from India’s golden era of music, Dr Batra created an atmosphere of nostalgia and warmth. The melodies stirred cherished memories among the audience while reinforcing an important message. Senior citizens deserve not only healthcare, but also companionship, dignity and emotional support.
Addressing the gathering, Dr Batra highlighted that compassion has no boundaries. He urged individuals to contribute in whatever way possible. Some may offer time. Others may provide resources or professional skills. Every effort, he said, makes a difference in strengthening elderly care in India.
‘Yadon Ki Bahaar’ was more than a musical concert. It was a heartfelt tribute to the elderly and a reminder of society’s shared responsibility. Through music and meaningful engagement, Dr Mukesh Batra demonstrated how art can serve a higher purpose.
As India prepares for a demographic shift towards an ageing population, initiatives like this underline an essential truth. Caring for senior citizens is not merely a social obligation. It is a reflection of a nation’s values.
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