Moneer Alam Knihy

Focusing on the socioeconomic, health, and public-policy challenges of aging in India, this study utilizes empirical research to evaluate the nation's readiness for its growing elderly population. It highlights a lack of understanding among public agencies regarding critical issues facing seniors, especially women. The analysis offers various policy recommendations aimed at improving welfare for the increasing number of elderly citizens, emphasizing the need for informed strategies to address their unique needs.

The book addresses the critical health crisis in India, highlighting the high rates of morbidity and malnutrition amidst inadequate public health standards and costly medical care. It emphasizes the devastating impact of private out-of-pocket health expenses on low-income families, pushing many into poverty and affecting vulnerable populations, particularly women and the elderly. The reliance on private healthcare due to government infrastructure shortcomings exacerbates health disparities, contradicting national health policies aimed at improving public health outcomes.