A day out in Vande Bharat, Kochi Water Metro for residents of this old age home in Keralam
Residents of a government old age home in Kerala enjoyed a special excursion to Kochi, featuring a ride on the Vande Bharat Express and a cruise on the Kochi Water Metro. The trip, organized by local community groups, fostered social connection and provided a rare travel experience for the elderly participants.
Why it matters
It highlights the importance of social inclusion and community-led initiatives for the well-being of elderly populations in institutional care.
Translating long-cherished dreams into memories, the residents of the Government Old Age Home, Inchavila here experienced an eventful day as they stepped out of their daily routine for a special excursion on Monday (September 7, 2026).
Organised jointly by the Kollam District Women’s Council and Y’s Men International, the trip took the elderly women to Kochi as District Collector Annie Jula Thomas flagged off the journey. Bursting with excitement and curiosity, the group boarded the high-speed Vande Bharat Express and upon arriving in Kochi, they enjoyed a two-hour cruise aboard the Kochi Water Metro. For many, taking in the picturesque backwaters and the modern cityscape was an entirely novel experience. The group also visited the Vallarpadam Basilica, spending quiet moments in prayer and reflection.
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