United Nations International Day of Older Persons (IDOP) 2025 Observed on 1st October.

The United Nations (UN) annually observes the International Day of Older Persons (IDOP) on 1st October to honour older persons and promote awareness about their rights, well-being, and contributions to society. The day highlights the need for inclusive policies and societal support for the ageing population.

      - The theme for IDOP 2025 is “Older Persons Driving Local and Global Action: Our Aspirations, Our Well-Being, and Our Rights,” focusing on empowering older individuals to actively contribute to both local and global development while safeguarding their rights.

      - The observance of IDOP traces back to the 1982 World Assembly on Ageing, which adopted the Vienna International Plan of Action on Ageing.

      - The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) officially designated 1st October as IDOP through Resolution A/RES/45/106 on 14th December 1990.

Main Point :-   (i) The IDOP was first celebrated globally on 1st October 1991, marking the beginning of international recognition for older persons and the promotion of their dignity, well-being, and rights worldwide.

      (ii) In India, the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (DoSJE), under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE), celebrated IDOP 2025 on 1st October at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi, under the theme “Ageing with Dignity,” highlighting initiatives to support the elderly population.