Friday, July 29, 2016

Concession - Air Travel - India - Senior Citizens

​Much of this is news to me. Have not checked for correctness.
Users may correct errors or report present situation in comments. Thanks
===========================

Air Travel
The Ministry of Civil Aviation provides air concession for the senior citizens as below:
Indian Airlines Scheme
50 % discount on normal economic class fare for all domestic flights to Indian Senior Citizens subject to certain conditions. Full IATT, PSF, Insurance Charges applicable.
Eligibility
Indian male senior citizens of 65 years and above. Indian female Senior Citizens of 63 years and above.
Document Needed
Age proof
Voter ID
Ration Card

Conditions for Availing
Only Indian National residing in India
Round trip/Circle trip journey permitted
Minimum stay of 7 days at destination
Re-routing not permitted

Confirm tickets to be purchased at least 7 days prior to departure
How to Avail
Fill up the prescribed form Attach a proof of age.
Enclose a minimum stay proof.

Air India
Air India Limited is presently offering the following concessions to its passengers: (4A) Senior Citizens Discount
Application
All types of journeys in Economy Class on Domestic Sectors.
Age Care in India — National Initiative on Care for Elderly
Fares
45% of the Normal Economy Class Basic Fare. Taxes and Surcharges applicable
Documentation
Senior Citizen's Discount will be offered on submission of the following documents.
Station Manager / Reservation Manager is authorised to approve any other document for 'Proof of Age' besides those listed in (a), if he feels otherwise satisfied. He may also under exceptional circumstances, depending upon the merit of the case, use his discretion for granting Senior Citizen's Discount.
AIR-INDIA will issue Identity Cards to the Senior Citizens free of cost when an application, filled in duplicate, in the format as per 'Appendix 'A' along with two stamp-size photographs and document for proof of age and Resident status is submitted to an AIR-INDIA Office.
Signature of the Senior Citizen on the 'Form' or on the 'Identity Card' issued for the grant of Senior Citizen Discount is not mandatory. Presence of the Senior Citizen for issuance of the Ticket or Identity Card will not be required so long as the photographs and the document for the 'Proof of Age' and Resident Status are submitted.
Once the Identity Card is made 'Application Form' will not be required to be filled each time a ticket is purchased under Senior Citizen Discount.
At the Time of check-in: the Identity Card or the Ticket Jacket having the photograph of the Senior Citizen.
Private Airlines also prove air concessions to the senior citizens as follow:
Sahara India
Airlines Scheme
50 % discount on basic fare for all domestic flights in economy class
Eligibility
Senior citizens of 65 years and above.
Document Needed
Age proof
Age Care in India — National Initiative on Care for Elderly
How to Avail
No prescribed form. Apply on a plain paper with a proof of age

Jet Airways Scheme
50 % discount on basic fare for all domestic flights in economy class
Eligibility
Senior citizens of 65 years and above.
Document Needed

Proof of age A certified copy of anyone of the following
Secondary School Leaving Certificate.
LIC policy. Voter identity card. Birth certificate issued by authority.
Passport. Ration Card
Driving License
Certificate from Employer of Public Sector Undertaking Government Organization
Photocopy of the document on residence proof
Two recent passport size photographs

Conditions for Availing
To make an advance booking before 7 days.
To show a minimum stay of at least 7 days.

How to Avail
Fill up the prescribed form.
Apply on a plain paper with a proof of age.


Wednesday, July 27, 2016

Free Computer Course for Senior Citizens in Chennai

Nandini Voice for the Deprived is conducting a six weeks
crash course for those above 60 in using computers. Buying bus tickets, Train reservation Flight booking etc may be covered. Training is free. Chennai citizens - no entry qualifications - may availe this opportunity. Starts on 26th July 2016

Contact Nandini Computer School Besant Nagar 9445100129
Nandini Computer School korattur 9600037094

Source: Elders -Monthly Journal of Tamilnadu Senior Citizens' Association . July 2016 p 3 http://tanseca.com 

UP govt to organize free trip to Golden temple for senior citizens - Times of India

​​
UP govt to organize free trip to Golden temple for senior citizens

Ishita Bhatia | TNN | Jul 26, 2016, 11.05 PM IST

Meerut: The Uttar Pradesh government in collaboration with Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) will organize a free pilgrimage to Golden temple for senior citizens in the State.
As many as 1,044 citizens would benefit from the free four-day pilgrimage. The instructions given by the UP governor in this regard has been circulated through a government order of principal secretary Navneet Sehgal.
"The trip is mainly for senior citizens who are residents of Uttar Pradesh. It is being organised in collaboration with IRCTC and interested residents will be provided a free trip from Lucknow to Amritsar. The travel to Lucknow from other districts of the State will also be free and will be scheduled via Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) buses," according to the GO.
The trip is scheduled from August 8 to 11. Those interested can either apply online on samajwadishravanyatra.upgov.info or submit their application to the respective district magistrates till July 30.
"From each district, a maximum of 10 applicants will be allowed for the travel - on first come first serve basis. The remaining will be decided at the state government level. A waiting list will also be made so that if anyone backs off, another resident can be accommodated. One can contact 9454419661 for any technical help required in filling the details online," added the GO.
The order also states that the passengers would be given free food and each coach of the train would have two doctors, three nurses, tour operator and a security guard to ensure that the passengers have a safe and hassle-free travel.

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/meerut/UP-govt-to-organize-free-trip-to-Golden-temple-for-senior-citizens/articleshow/53404370.cms

Friday, July 15, 2016

SpiceJet - Seniors - Discount - Temporary period

Thanks. Adding this info to my blog on Discounts for Senior Citizens


Spice  Jet  is  offering  15%  discount  for  senior  citizens  on  base  rate  from  15th  July  to  30th  July,2016.

INDRAJIT  GHOSE