Over 2 Million Senior Citizens Benefiting from Social Security Allowance Program, Official States
Summary
Nearly 2.1 million senior citizens in Nepal benefit from the government's social security allowance program, which includes monthly allowances, transport discounts, and healthcare services with subsidies in designated hospitals across 77 districts.
Key Points
- 2.1 million senior citizens are benefiting from Nepal's social security allowance program.
- Monthly social security allowance is NPR 4,000 for beneficiaries including senior citizens above 70, Dalit seniors, and single women over 60.
- At least two seats and a 50% discount are reserved for senior citizens in all public transport vehicles.
- Healthcare support includes 50% treatment fee discounts and free health insurance coverage up to NPR 100,000 for seniors above 70 years in 94 hospitals across 77 districts.
