A model of the Ashiana Vatsalya project.
In a country where life expectancy is rising and family structures are evolving, questions about how and where we age are becoming increasingly urgent.
The Hindu Group, in collaboration with Ashiana Vatsalya, is set to host the Senior Living Conclave 2025 on July 27 at Taj Coromandel, Nungambakkam. It aims to address the golden years of life by exploring the evolving landscape of senior living in India.
Titled ‘Rediscover joy at 50 and beyond,’ the conclave is designed for senior citizens, caregivers, and industry stakeholders to engage in meaningful conversations around retirement living, wellness, tech solutions, and community care. Around 350 people are expected to participate.
Among the speakers is Ankur Gupta, Joint Managing Director of Ashiana Housing Ltd., who will share insights on emerging trends in senior care and the importance of building vibrant, age-inclusive communities.
Tamil Nadu is already seeing signs of this shift.
Across Tamil Nadu
The state has an estimated 18 to 25 senior living projects. Coimbatore leads with 10 to 13 developments, thanks to its mild climate, low pollution, and strong healthcare ecosystem. Chennai and the Kanchipuram region follow with around 9 to 12 projects, especially along corridors like OMR, Tambaram, and ECR. Madurai, Tiruchi, Puducherry, and Hosur are also beginning to see interest, particularly from small-scale and emerging communities.
Common spaces in focus
Across most of these spaces, safety and healthcare access are prioritised. Common features include anti-skid flooring, grab bars, ramps, and emergency call systems. Bathrooms — often the most vulnerable space for seniors — receive the highest safety attention. Healthcare services include in-house nurses, on-call doctors, and ambulance availability. Amenities like yoga halls, walking tracks, gyms, and hobby clubs are standard, alongside vegetarian dining, housekeeping, and assisted daily services.
Prices range from ₹73 lakh for a 1BHK to ₹1.42 crore for a 3BHK, with 2BHKs priced between ₹1.05 and ₹1.15 crore.
A broader shift is reflected towards planning for older age with autonomy, support, comfort, and everyday quality of life.
The event is powered by The Hindu and presented by Ashiana Vatsalya – Active Senior Living. To register for the conclave, participants can scan the QR code or visit https://newsth.live/SLC2025ED. For further details, contact 89392 83283.
Published – July 18, 2025 07:30 pm IST