Age Power (English)

The Beginning: An Idea Takes Shape (2020–2021) The Never Say Retired mission was officially launched in January 2021. However, like most meaningful initiatives, its roots lay a few months earlier—in a period of quiet reflection and growing concern. I was deeply troubled by a paradox that modern India was beginning to face. On one hand, […]

When elders hold the hand of a young person for mentoring with their life experience, it is not just an individual who is shaped—a way of thinking, a family, and ultimately society itself finds direction. The lessons learnt over a long journey of life, the struggles witnessed, and the wisdom gained are not ordinary assets.

Looking at the changing social landscape, it has become imperative to acknowledge that the need for old age homes in India is steadily increasing. The days when large joint families lived together—where grandparents, parents, and children shared the same roof—are now largely confined to memory. At one time, even imagining an old age home was

A few days ago, an acquaintance—an 87-year-old woman—fell in the bathroom. Unfortunately, she suffered a brain haemorrhage and slipped into a coma. At this age, such incidents are being reported far too often. What caused the greatest pain, however, was the realization that even at such an advanced age, she used to lock the bathroom

As we step into a new year, many of us carry mixed emotions—gratitude for life, memories of those who are no longer with us, and natural concerns about what lies ahead. With age, celebrations become quieter, reflections deeper, and expectations simpler. In such times, positivity is not denial of reality; it is a conscious and

Another year has passed, and we now stand ready to welcome 2026. We are truly fortunate to have completed yet another year of our life’s journey. During this time, some of our loved ones have parted from us, leaving behind memories that will always remain in our hearts. Our responsibility now is clear: until the

India stands at a fascinating demographic crossroads. While the world applauds us as the youngest major nation today, the foundations of a much older India are quietly taking shape. On 9th December, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Shri Nityanand Rai informed the Lok Sabha that the country’s elderly population is rising at an

Knowledge and wisdom are often spoken of together, but they are not the same. Knowledge is about collecting facts, information, and skills. Wisdom is about applying that knowledge with good judgment, compassion, and experience. Knowledge fills the mind; wisdom shapes life. And as we move into our senior years, it is wisdom—more than anything else—that

Our age is steadily increasing. The body is no longer as agile as it once was — a little weakness creeps in, our steps are not as swift as before, and even a simple walk sometimes brings fear. Forget youth, even the energy we had a few years ago now feels like a distant memory.

As we grow older, one mantra becomes more important than ever: keep learning – every moment, anything, anytime. The day we stop learning is the day true old age begins. Learning doesn’t require classrooms; it only needs a determined mind willing to stay curious. Even as we grow older, we should not think that we

How Yesterday’s Wisdom Can Save Tomorrow’s World In an age of convenience, overconsumption, and rapidly changing trends, sustainability is often discussed as a modern concept. Yet the most practical, proven lessons in sustainable living are not found in new books or online courses — they live quietly in the habits and values of our elders.

It takes us back to the 1950s. We were in school then, and going to a restaurant was almost unheard of. Except for a few big cities, small towns hardly had any restaurants. When someone had to travel for work, they would usually stay with relatives. Many businessmen had their own guest houses or “gaddis,”