The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment announced on 28 October 2026 that ₹77.98 crore has been released as Grant-In-Aid to 755 projects. These projects are part of the Integrated Programme for Senior Citizens under the Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY) for the quarter ending 30 September 2026. The funding aims to improve service delivery, institutional care, and welfare for older persons to ensure they can live with dignity and independence. The release does not say when the overall scheme takes effect, though it notes the program was launched in 2021.
Key points
- ₹77.98 crore released for 755 projects under the Integrated Programme for Senior Citizens
- Funding covers the quarter ending 30 September 2026 in the 2026–27 financial year
- AVYAY provides shelter, food, healthcare, and recreational services for older persons
- District Committees identify eligible indigent beneficiaries and monitor senior citizen homes
When it applies
- launch of Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY)
Who it affects
- projects under the Integrated Programme for Senior Citizens