From childcare to eldercare: EAC-PM working paper pitches inter-ministerial push to formalise care economy
- Posted on May 5, 2026
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From childcare to eldercare: EAC-PM working paper pitches inter-ministerial push to formalise care economy
A new report from the Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council suggests boosting India's care economy. It calls for a special fund, better-paid workers, and policy changes. Demand for care workers is expected to reach over 30 million by 2050. The proposals aim to transform care from a private issue to a vital economic infrastructure.
