Take care of your elderly as they once took care of us

What a fascinating read Ruba Haza’s article UAE Cabinet issues new policy to protect senior citizens (October 22) was. The recent decision by the UAE Cabinet to protect senior citizens’ interests, from healthcare, transportation and insurance to encouraging them to deploy their skills in many areas, such as community involvement, is to be greatly appreciated.

Globally, there is much better awareness of the role senior citizens have to play. In my country, for example, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also introduced healthcare policies for senior citizens.

The UAE is taking the utmost care of its senior citizens. They should be respected and looked after as, in their younger years, they contributed extensively to the growth and welfare of the country. This is a very welcome move from the UAE authorities.

K Ragavan, Bengaluru