The Association of Senior Living India (ASLI) has appointed Rajagopal G, Co-founder and Group CEO of Lifebridge Group, as its Chairman for the 2026-2028 term. He succeeds Rajit Mehta and brings over 30 years of experience in senior living and care. Rajagopal aims to collaborate with government and industry stakeholders to standardize care and promote inclusive insurance models, ensuring dignity and innovation for seniors in India. This appointment coincides with a growing focus on specialized geriatric services, driven by a rapidly expanding elderly population. Experts predict that India's senior population will increase from 156.7 million in 2024 to nearly 346 million by 2050, with the share of those aged 60 and above reaching around 21%. Despite this, the organized senior living stock remains low at about 20,000 to 22,000 units, highlighting a significant demand-supply gap. South India, particularly cities like Chennai, Coimbatore, and Bengaluru, accounts for nearly 60% of the existing inventory, supported by better healthcare infrastructure and acceptance of community-based retirement housing. The post-pandemic period has seen a nearly doubling in annual project launches, reflecting developer confidence in this growing sector.