President Paudel Stresses Intergenerational Knowledge Transfer and Elder Care
Summary
President Ram Chandra Paudel emphasized the importance of intergenerational knowledge transfer and elder care, urging policies to engage senior citizens in productive roles and ensure their representation in policymaking.
Key Points
- President Ram Chandra Paudel highlighted the need for the new generation to benefit from the knowledge and skills of senior citizens through curriculum or interaction.
- He urged for the engagement of physically capable senior citizens in suitable work and ensuring their representation in policy decisions at national and community levels.
- President Paudel stressed the right of senior citizens to health services, proper nutrition, and social interaction within families.
- He recalled his government’s initiation of a monthly old-age allowance and paid tribute to leaders like Manmohan and BP Koirala for their contributions to democracy and senior citizens' welfare.
