Current Affairs - National - Discussion

Senior Citizens are the primary beneficiaries of the Vayo Samman Rashtriya Abhiyan, launched on November 4, 2026, by the Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment. The national campaign aims to strengthen intergenerational bonding and promote the active participation of older people in society. It was launched under the Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY) and follows the 5C model: Connect, Converse, Co-create, Contribute and Continue. The campaign also includes initiatives such as Digital Dada-Dadi and Silver Skills – Seniors as Mentors. India's population aged 60 and above is projected to reach 23 crore by 2036.