Emphasising the importance of elders in society, Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Saturday said they are the foundation of communities, and it is everyone’s duty to create spaces where they feel respected, engaged, and cared for.
Gupta inaugurated three newly developed recreation centres for senior citizens in the Rohini assembly constituency on Saturday and said that elders too deserve opportunities to lead a dignified life in their later years.
These new senior citizen centres are located at Dena Apartment, Sunehri Bagh Apartment, and Canara Apartment in Sector 13, Rohini, and have been built using the MLA Development Fund.
The initiative reflects Gupta’s commitment as both the Assembly Speaker and the local representative to improve the quality of life for senior citizens in his constituency.
He underscored the importance of providing dedicated spaces where elders can come together, share their experiences, participate in recreational and cultural activities, and build meaningful friendships.
“These recreation centres will become warm and welcoming hubs for our senior citizens to engage in group discussions, indoor games, reading, and cultural gatherings. They will not only help prevent isolation but also promote healthy, active, and socially connected living,” Gupta added.
The Speaker also reiterated his vision to develop more such community assets across the constituency, encouraging Resident Welfare Associations and local communities to collaborate and propose similar projects.
He assured that his office would extend full support for initiatives that strengthen the social security and dignity of the elderly.
He added that the welfare of senior citizens must remain a shared responsibility, and the spirit of community care should be woven into the everyday life of the city.
The residents who were present on the occasion expressed their appreciation of their MLA’s continuous efforts to address the needs of every section of society, particularly the elderly, who often require thoughtful, accessible spaces to spend time and engage in activities.