Not taken care of by children? UP Cabinet okays amendment strengthening disinheritance rules

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet on Tuesday approved amendments to the Uttar Pradesh Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Rules, 2014. The new rules aim to empower parents to disinherit their children if they are not adequately cared for or abused. Finance Minister Suresh Khanna announced time-bound and clearer disinheritance procedures, along with a toll-free number for prompt assistance.

The rules also include a monthly report of such cases to the government. Additionally, complaints will be heard within 30 days. This move is expected to encourage family members to respect and care for their elderly parents. The Cabinet also approved the draft of the Allahabad High Court (Court Managers Centralized Service) Rules, 2026.

This new rule aims to streamline the administrative and managerial framework of courts, making the management of judicial institutions more effective. A total of 81 court managers will be appointed, with revised salaries ranging from Rs 56,100 to Rs 1,77,500. These court managers will assist in monitoring and improving various court functions, reducing the burden on judicial officers and judges.