Government Engages Society for Elder Care and Establishment of Old Age Homes : CM Dr. Mohan Yadav

Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav stated that development in the state and the country does not merely mean building infrastructure. For a developed nation, development also implies ensuring better and secures living opportunities for all sections of society, which is the foremost responsibility of the state government. He said that the government is firmly committed to the empowerment and service of Divyangjan and senior citizens.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav, addressing an event held on the occasion of the inauguration of the newly constructed paid old age home ‘Sandhya Chhaya’, said that this fully equipped senior citizens’ residence has been established by Seva Bharati to provide a family-like environment for the elderly in the capital. He stated that the government stands with persons with disabilities at every step to ensure social justice and empowerment. The state government has actively involved society in the service of senior citizens and in the establishment of old age homes. Efforts are also being made to encourage persons with disabilities through various activities and to help them develop their capabilities, as they possess remarkable intellectual potential.

The event was organised at the fully equipped old age home constructed by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities on Journalist Colony Link Road No. 3. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav formally inaugurated the event by lighting the ceremonial lamp.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav inaugurated and reviewed the PPP-mode old age home ‘Sandhya Chhaya’, and also welcomed and interacted with a resident couple. He reviewed the exhibition of artists from various districts who had participated in the State-Level Divyangjan Sparsh Mela–2026, and encouraged them through personal interaction. He also transferred, with a single click, more than ₹327.15 crore to over 54.52 lakh pension beneficiaries under the Social Security Pension Scheme. Additionally, he distributed prizes to the winners of various competitions held during the State-Level Divyangjan Sparsh Mela–2026.

Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has taken a pledge to make India the best nation in the world across all sectors. While preserving its glorious and prosperous heritage in every way, the country is steadily moving forward on the path of development. He said the Madhya Pradesh government is also playing a significant role in building a developed India. Madhya Pradesh has emerged among the three fastest-growing states in the country and is playing a leading role in the renewable energy sector. The state is promoting green energy and providing some of the world’s cheapest electricity. The Chief Minister stated that solar energy, wind energy and pump storage offer immense potential to take the energy sector in the state to new heights. Inspired by Prime Minister Shri Modi, India sent its largest-ever delegation to the World Economic Forum in Davos this year.

Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Shri Narayan Singh Kushwaha stated that under the guidance of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav is making continuous efforts for the welfare of persons with disabilities. He said that the old age home ‘Sandhya Chhaya’ has been designed keeping in mind the needs and comfort of senior citizens.

Principal Secretary of the department Smt. Sonali Wayangankar said that the fully equipped paid senior citizens’ residence ‘Sandhya Chhaya’ has been constructed at a cost of approximately ₹24 crore. The facility has 34 rooms with accommodation for 56 senior citizens, along with amenities such as high-quality meals and park-like surroundings. She added that a Divyangjan Sparsh Mela was also organised at the venue, in which more than 450 children participated in various sports activities and competitions. A large number of senior citizens, social workers and students were present at the event.