● Section 8 Not-for-Profit

Creating Sustainable Impact for Ageing India

NeuStep Foundation designs people-centric solutions in health, environment, and livelihoods with a deep focus on India’s growing ageing population.

20%
India’s population will be geriatric by 2050, a 2× increase from today.
70%
of elderly population lives in rural India
50%
of national healthcare burden attributed to ageing population
3.7 Million
Indians suffer from dementia today
About NeuStep

A New Step Towards
Meaningful Change

"For us, innovation isn't just an idea; it's a process of turning concepts into action."
— NeuStep Foundation Mission
Est. Section 8 NGO

At NeuStep, we are dedicated to creating sustainable, long-lasting impact through people-centric solutions. As a registered Section 8 not-for-profit organization, we design and implement solutions in health, environment, and livelihoods with a focus on the ageing population.

We understand that bridging theory and practice requires more than knowledge. It requires a deep understanding of both the challenges and the possibilities. With a team of experts from diverse disciplines, we bring together the best of STEM & Social Sciences blending insights to create practical solutions.

We collaborate closely with our partners and communities, listening to their needs and tailoring our approach to fit their unique contexts. Every solution is scalable, resilient, and people-focused, ensuring that what we build not only works today but continues to make a difference in the future.

Our Approach →

The Challenge

India's Ageing Landscape

The demographic shift is accelerating. Here’s what the data tells us about the scale and urgency of the challenge.

Key Statistics

  • 10% today Current geriatric population share
  • 20% by 2050 Projected geriatric population
  • 70% rural Elderly staying in rural India
  • 50% burden Share of national healthcare burden

Policy Framework

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Senior Citizens Welfare Act 2008

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National Health Policy 2017

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PM-JAY Inclusion

Disease Burden Among Elderly

0 Million Poor Vision
0 Million Dementia
1 in 0 Arthritis
1 in 0 Hypertension
1 in 0 Diabetes
1 in 0 Auditory Problems
1 in 0 Depression
1 in 0 Falls & Fractures

Our Triad Approach

Policy. Action. Research.

Three integrated strategies that power every program we design and every solution we implement.

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Policy: Design the Framework

We are experienced at developing, analyzing and advocating for evidence-based policies. We create a framework that supports long-term impact.

Action: Strategy into Reality

Action is where we translate our policies into concrete, real-world outcomes. Our on-the-ground activities are designed for scalability, ensuring project success and adaptability for maximum benefits to the end-users.

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Research: Knowledge-Based Innovation

Research is the cornerstone of innovation at NeuStep. We believe that effective programs must be rooted in sound evidence that resonates with the context and needs of the population.

Our Work

What We've Accomplished

Our research and fieldwork spans multiple states and covers the most critical aspects of ageing in India.

State of Ageing in India Report

Released a comprehensive report on “The State of Ageing in India: Evidence from National Surveys and Global Research”, establishing a rigorous evidence base for policy advocacy.

Multi-State Ageing Research

Ongoing research on Ageing, Assistive Technology, and Community Infrastructure across Goa, Jammu, Maharashtra, and Odisha, generating actionable local insights.

Community Infrastructure Mapping

Field research mapping existing infrastructure gaps for elderly care in rural and semi-urban communities, informing targeted intervention design.

Assistive Technology Assessment

Evaluating the availability, adoption, and barriers to assistive technologies for elderly populations across diverse geographic and socioeconomic contexts.

Areas We Work On

Our Focus Domains

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Health

Designing evidence-based interventions that address the chronic, mental, and mobility health needs of India’s ageing population at the community level.

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Environment

Improving the living conditions and physical spaces that determine whether elderly Indians age with independence or isolation.

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The Intersection

Where environmental conditions meet health outcomes and overlooked challenges compound. This is where NeuStep does its most critical work.

Our Team

The People Behind NeuStep

abhijeet

Abhijeet

social impact

Abhijeet has been working at the intersection of social impact, technology, and behavior change for the last six years post transitioning from his corporate life of 7 years across automotive, mining, and consulting organizations. Having worked across private and public health domains designing and implementing projects, he has developed the ability to balance strategic and practical perspectives. He has advised and worked with multiple local and international NGOs and CSR teams on designing their policy, guidelines, and operating roadmap. He is a poet at heart who has also studied engineering, management, and public policy.

rupali

Rupali

Biomedical Engineer

Rupali, Biomedical Engineer with a Masters in Public Health (Health Policy, Economics and Finance) diligent at developing and managing projects for multiple stakeholders in public health system. Enriched experience in providing consultation for resource allocation and utilization, health systems strengthening (HSS) and healthcare technology management (HTM) for national and state level health programs for Government of India (MoHFW). Designed policy framework and guidelines for establishment of the Biomedical Engineering Unit for MoH, Government of Gambia (World Bank supported project for infrastructure and capacity building in LICs). Developing project strategies and managing grant funds (India Health Fund, Tata Trusts and Global Fund Initiatives) for long-term projects for science and technology led innovations in infectious diseases.

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Ready to Take the Next Step Together?

Whether you’re a donor, researcher, policy advocate, or community partner, NeuStep is building a coalition of changemakers committed to dignified ageing for every Indian.

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India: Goa · Jammu · Maharashtra · Odisha
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Registered Section 8 Not-for-Profit Organisation

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