The Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) is advancing its efforts to provide elderly-focused civic amenities in Gurgaon, with a senior citizens club in Sector 43 nearing completion and plans for another club and an old-age home underway.
Senior Citizens Club in Sector 43
The four-storey club, located near Golf Course Road, spans 1,500 square metres and is being built at an estimated cost of Rs 5 crore. According to HSVP sub-divisional officer NK Rana, more than 80% of the structure is complete, and the building is expected to be ready for use by July 30. Designed for recreation and social interaction, the club will feature a spacious hall on each floor, two rooms, separate toilets for men and women, and kitchen facilities. Dedicated game rooms for table tennis, carrom, and chess are also planned to help elderly residents stay active and socially connected.
Construction on the club began nearly a year ago. Officials have yet to decide who will operate the facility after completion. While HSVP is currently executing the project, it remains undecided whether management will stay with the authority or be handed over to the Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon (MCG). For many senior citizens living in nearby gated colonies and high-rise apartments, the club is expected to provide a shared space designed specifically around their needs.
Old-Age Home in Sector 37
Alongside the Sector 43 project, HSVP is moving ahead with plans for a full-fledged old-age home in Sector 37. The authority has earmarked one acre of land for the facility, which is expected to provide assisted living and support services for elderly residents requiring care and a secure residential environment. Officials said cost estimates for the project are currently being prepared. Architectural plans, approvals, and the tendering process will follow before construction begins. The proposed old-age home marks a broader attempt to build long-term support infrastructure for senior citizens in the city.
Another Senior Citizens Club in Sector 47
HSVP has also approved another senior citizens club in Sector 47. Planned on a similar 1,500-square-metre footprint, the facility is expected to offer amenities comparable to the Sector 43 club. The project is currently at the planning stage, with architectural drawings to be prepared next before it moves into tendering. Officials estimate that approvals and the bidding process could take three to four months before construction work starts. An HSVP official stated, 'HSVP intends to develop senior citizen clubs as integrated civic amenities across residential sectors — spaces where elderly residents can remain socially and physically engaged in safe and accessible environments.'
Impact on Urban Design
For years, the city had few public spaces specifically designed for senior citizens. If operated efficiently, these projects could serve as models for elder-friendly urban design in Haryana, officials said. The initiatives reflect a growing recognition of the need to cater to the aging population, ensuring they have access to recreational and support facilities that enhance their quality of life.
