Policies for Elderly in Nepal

DatePolicy NameHighlights of the policyLink
2021Geriatrics (Senior Citizens) Health Service Program ImplementationLink
1963Civil CodeProvision for elderly people in the section property right distribution
1999Local Self Governance ActMonthly allowanceLink
2006Senior Citizen PolicyIncorporates economic benefit, social security, aims to enhance respect and dignity of elderly in familyLink
2005National Plan of Action for Senior Citizensaimed to coordinate programs among government, non-governmental, and autonomous agencies to meet senior citizens’ needs.Link
(2010/11-2012/13)Three Year Plan Approach paperimproving support program access, and enhancing stakeholder coordinationLink
2007The Senior Citizens Act and RegulationAims to ensure social, economic and human rights of elderly citizens
2021Senior Citizen Treatment GuidelinesLink
2020Geriatrics Health Service DirectivesEndorsed 50% discount in certain health services and listed 24 hospitalsLink
2021-2030Geriatric Health Service Strategycomprehensive framework for planning, funding and providing health care and health protection services to the elderly.Link