Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY)

iAbout This Scheme

AVYAY is the umbrella scheme for the welfare of senior citizens, consolidating programmes for elderly care, health, shelter, and protection. It covers the Integrated Programme for Older Persons (IPOP), Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana (assistive devices), Senior Care Ageing Growth Engine (SAGE), and the Elder Line helpline.

🎁Key Benefits

• Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana: free assistive devices for BPL elderly
• IPOP grants for day care, mobile Medicare, and old age homes
• SAGE portal connecting seniors to elder-care startups
• Elder Line (14567): 24×7 free helpline for senior citizens
• Senior citizen homes and day-care centres

✅Eligibility Criteria

• 1
  Senior citizens aged 60 and above for most components
• 2
  BPL criteria apply for Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions