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Honouring our elders, strengthening our future

Oct 01, 2025 4 mins read

Every year, on 1 October, the world observes the International Day of Older Persons- a moment to reflect invaluable contributions made by our senior citizens in nation building, those who have always upheld the cultural values of care and compassion.

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