Vayo Samman Rashtriya Abhiyan 2026: Objectives, 5C Model, Senior Citizens' Welfare, Intergenerational Bonding and Way Forward
5 November 2026
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Vayo Samman Rashtriya Abhiyan 2026: Objectives, 5C Model, Senior Citizens' Welfare, Intergenerational Bonding and Way Forward
1. Background and Recent Development
- On 4 November 2026, Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar launched the Vayo Samman Rashtriya Abhiyan in New Delhi.
- Implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment under the Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY), it promotes dignity, social inclusion and intergenerational bonding.
2. Historical and Demographic Background
- India's population aged 60 and above is projected to increase from approximately 10 crore in 2011 to 23 crore by 2036.
- Urbanisation, migration and changing family structures have increased loneliness and social isolation among senior citizens.
3. Major Features and Initiatives
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Vayo Samman Rashtriya Abhiyan 2026 explained: objectives, 5C Model, AVYAY, Vayo SAATHI volunteers and how it promotes senior citizens' welfare and intergenerational bonding.
Keywords
Vayo Samman Rashtriya AbhiyanAtal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana5C Modelsenior citizens welfareintergenerational bondingVayo SAATHIDigital Dada-Dadielderly lonelinessVirendra Kumardemographic transition