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Govt may lift ban on lawyers fighting cases to get elderly their maintenance

IndiaTimes Sunday, 19 January 2025
The Indian government is considering allowing lawyers to represent senior citizens in trial proceedings for maintenance claims under the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act. This change aims to assist the elderly in articulating their cases effectively in tribunals, improving their chances of securing maintenance against neglect by their children.
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