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India’s seniors need more than just four walls

New Delhi: With 75 million Indians over 60 suffering from chronic conditions, India must construct a longevity ecosystem rather than merely constructing additional housing, according to a Colliers–Primus Senior Living white paper. Policymakers are being urged to acknowledge senior living as a specialized asset class, separate from conventional housing. India's population aged 60 and above stood at nearly 149 million in 2022, projected to reach 347 million by 2050, growing at a compound annual growth rate of about 3%.

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