Keralam Faces Rising Elderly Population Challenge
Keralam's elderly population is expected to rise significantly within a decade. That will bring new challenges for the state in caring for older people. A report meets some of the elders and experts to understand the situation on the ground.
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Context: Kerala is often cited as one of India's states with the highest share of older residents, driven by longer life expectancy and lower birth rates. Caring for them raises questions about family support, health services and pensions.
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