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

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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

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.

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This is available free of cost to all who need it and I will request to let Sr citizens and those who care for them . I can send to you or to those who require the same if they send their address with phone to enable me to courier it . 

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HELPAGE INDIA LAUNCHES NEW S O S APP TO STOP ELDER ABUSE FREE

Help age India launches new 'SOS' app to stop abuse of seniors ::--

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http://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/Help-age-India-launches-new-SOS-app-to-stop-abuse-of-seniors/2016/06/15/article3482488.ece

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CHENNAI: On the occasion of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, HelpAge India, an NGO working for the disadvantaged

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senior citizens launched an app at the Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital here on Tuesday targeting the elderly.

The HelpAge SOS app, which stands for 'Save Our Seniors', which is available on Google Play Store, has three main components. The first is an SOS button which if pressed, will relay the GPS position of the user to the nearest HelpAge State office and connect them to their helpline, available 24x7. In case of emergencies, it will connect them to the local police station, hospital or old-age home.

There are two other buttons, one on 'critical elder issues' — which provides information on health, active aging, financial planning for elders, writing wills and legacies, and senior citizens' rights — and another one on 'market discounts', which offers information on where the elderly can avail senior citizen retail discounts. Once the app is downloaded, all these features are available without an internet connection.

The app was officially launched by chief guest Dr Isaac Christian Moses, dean, Madras Medical College, and was received by special guest S N Seshasai, additional commissioner of police (L&O North), Greater Chennai. Speaking to an audience of elders, students and doctors, Edwin Babu, joint director (programs), HelpAge India, Chennai, elaborated on the necessity and features of the app. "A survey conducted by HelpAge over fiveyears ago found that a lot of elders took abuse for granted. There was no way for them to reach out for help," said Babu. "Even a lot of youngsters did not realise that they were indirectly abusing the elderly. This app, which is being launched nationally, will be a helpline for anyone directly affected by or witnessing to elder abuse."

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Free daycare home for elders opens in city - Times of India

Free daycare home for elders opens in city

TNN | May 14, 2016, 09.16 AM IST

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Mysuru: The department of welfare for disabled and senior citizens launched a free daycare home for senior citizens at Kuvempunagar on Friday.

The department, in association with Green Rural Development and Training Centre, has set up the home. The present accommodation (50 members per day) will be increased in the coming days. Four personnel deputed in the centre will attend to the needs of the inmates, while two nurses will take care of their health. Two more will prepare food.

Green Rural Development and Training Centre secretary Mahadeva Swamy said that senior citizens can spend time with people of their age. "Kannada and English newspapers, indoor games, and TV will keep them engaged. Midday meal will also be served to for free," he added.

Age proof document is enough for registration. It is completely free.

Call 9900667482, 9448425408 for details.

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mysuru/Free-daycare-home-for-elders-opens-in-city/articleshow/52264603.cms

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Singapore Seniors are lucky

https://youtu.be/0ytbRa0gLOg

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http://qz.com/246088/singapore-is-giving-its-senior-citizens-the-power-to-hold-up-traffic/

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In  Singapore senior citizens get more time to cross the road at pedestrian crossings.

​I am filing this under Concessions / Rebates / Discounts for seniors; To avail this offer go to Singapore and get Senior Citizen card (green plus) or local travel ticket.

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Dr P Vyasamoorthy
Secretary General - Indian Society of U3As
30 Gruhalakshmi Colony, Secunderabad 500015 Telangana
LL 040-27846631 / Mobile: 9490804278

Free pilgrimage for senior citizens from July

FREE PILGRIMAGE FOR SENIOR CITIZENS FROM JULY

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Monday, 21 March 2016 | PNS | BHUBANESWAR | in Bhubaneswar

Senior citizens in the State would have a fully free pilgrimage to at least one of the three destinations of the country as per a decision of the State Government.

The programme, Barishta Nagarika Tirtha Yatra Yojana (BNTYY), would start from the first week of July with the destinations being the circuits of Rameswaram-Madurai, Haridwar-Rishikesh and Allahabad-Varanasi.

Chief Secretary AP Padhi on Saturday chaired a meeting, which deliberated in details about the programme being taken up in collaboration with the Indian Railway Catering and Travel Corporation (IRCTC).

Tourism Principal Secretary GK Dhal made a power-point presentation, while Tourism Director and OTDC Managing Director Nitin B Jawale and other senior officers were present.

In each trip of the BNTYY, there would be 1,000 pilgrims, who would be selected on the basis of applications. If there are more applications, there would be lottery at the Revenue Divisional Commissioner level.

Pilgrims would be travelling in the trains with the IRCTC's coordination. The IRCTC would also provide unarmed security and depute senior officials for the benefit of the pilgrims.

The pilgrims would be provided free breakfast, lunch and dinner and also accommodation at the destination. Each train would be having doctors, paramedical staffs, security staffs, guides and cooks.

At the destination, they would be provided bus service to cover the places of interest. The IRCTC would provide travel insurance to the pilgrims.

The pilgrims would be given Rs 1,000-free kit containing soap, comb, a towel, a bed-sheet, oil, etc., for their daily consumption. They would b

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e brought from their native places to a boarding point, and from there they would be assisted with details about the destination.

A private agency would be roped in for this purpose, said sources.

An MoU would be signed with the IRCTC for operation of the programme. The State Department of Tourism would fund the entire package and depute responsible officers to coordinate the trip. The cost would be around Rs 45 crore per annum, said the sources.

Other State Governments like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Jharkhand also organise such programmes for senior citizens.

http://www.dailypioneer.com/state-editions/free-pilgrimage-for-senior-citizens-from-july.html

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