Population ageing is a global phenomenon with the Asia Pacific having the highest number of people above 60 years of age. It is estimated that by 2050, the 60 plus population will outnumber the population below 15 years of age. India’s elderly population is likely to touch 300 million by 2050. Aligning the implementation of SDGs to the ageing population is of paramount importance for sustainable development in India.
The Indian family system is evolving with socio-economic development and changing lifestyle. The rise of nuclear families has altered family equations. Access to better resources and healthcare is increasing life expectancy. Unlike conventional perception, India’s elderly population is also becoming active and aspirational. This gives an ample window of opportunity to address this complex and heterogeneous section of the society while implementing the 17 SDGs.
United Nation’s 2030 agenda of sustainable development emphasises on a holistic approach of sustainable development for all. Worldwide 195 nations, including India, have committed to implement the 17 Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs) with a primary objective of leaving no one behind.
Mr Prashanth Reddy
Founder-Director of Anvayaa Kin Care