Soon, senior citizens could claim over Rs 10,000 as maintenance charge
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With the aim to improve the status of senior citizens in India, the Central government is working on several changes, including the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens (Amendment) Bill, 2019. The bill that was passed by the Cabinet Ministry in December 2019 aims to prevent parents and senior citizens from being put in old age homes, ensuring their needs, safety and security.