Dr.R.K.Behera
Principal, MGM College
In the golden twilight of life, senior citizens stand as living testimonies of endurance, love, and wisdom. They are the silent architects of the world we now inhabit — the ones who sowed the seeds of education, values, and hard work so that generations after them could reap the fruits of progress. Their wrinkles are not marks of age but maps of experience, each line telling a story of sacrifice, courage, and unwavering faith. Yet, as society races ahead, it too often forgets those who once held its reins with strength and grace. In a world obsessed with speed and success, our elders gently remind us of the beauty of stillness. They teach us that life is not just about running fast, but about walking gracefully — with gratitude, patience, and purpose.
A senior citizen is not someone nearing the end of the road, but one who has walked far enough to know the way better. They carry within them the light of wisdom — a guiding flame that must illuminate the path for the younger generation. Their experiences are not relics of the past but resources for the future. In every story they share lies a lesson; in every silence, a blessing for those who listen with their hearts.Sadly, in modern times, many elders find their voices fading into echoes. It is time we rewrite this narrative. They deserve not just care, but companionship; not pity, but profound respect. To sit beside them, to hear their stories, is to touch history, to understand love, and to learn what truly matters in life.
The true greatness of a society is reflected in how it treats its elders. When we reach out with empathy and kindness, we reaffirm our shared humanity. Let every home be a place where elders are not tolerated, but treasured — where their wisdom fills our conversations, and their presence brings warmth to our hearts.To every senior citizen — you are not forgotten. You are loved, honoured, and celebrated. Your life continues to inspire us. You remind us that true beauty lies not in youth, but in grace; not in speed, but in strength; not in years, but in the legacy of love you leave behind. Let us all remember “Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained in a righteous life.” — Proverbs 16:31
