UDHAMPUR, OCTOBER 03: Social Welfare Department today organised series of events to mark the celebration of Senior Citizens Week.
The events were held under the supervision of District Social Welfare Officer, Sana Khan.
An awareness generation event was organized at Little Angles Wonderland High School, wherein information and guidance was provided regarding care and protection to be given to the senior citizens through Social Welfare Department and other stakeholders.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief guest Dr. Anirudh Rai, Collector Northern Railways Udhampur, sensitized the children about the need for care of grandparents and people in old age in general by engaging with them in various acts of kindness.
Highlighting the role of younger generations in providing care and security to the elders, District Social Welfare Officer, urged the people to come forward for the welfare of the senior citizens as they are the backbone and knowledge house of the society.
Further, a pledge was also administered to the children to take care of the health, feelings and wishes of the senior citizens as a young men’s service. As a token of respect and appreciation, souvenirs were also distributed among the elders working in the institute.
Earlier, in another event at Jagriti Old Age Home an interaction was held with the inmates who shared their experiences with the officers and officials of the department. Along with prayers for their wellbeing, the department also distributed fruits among them.
