Kolkata developers partner to build elderly-friendly communities with Bengaluru-based firm
Kolkata
have partnered with a Bengaluru-based firm that focuses on developing senior living communities. Two developers in Kolkata —
Srijan Realty
and Merlin Group — have already collaborated with Primus to promote multi-generational living.
Primus and
Srijan Group
announced the development of Primus Ganges at the 26-acre
Royal Ganges
riverside township project in Maheshtala. Approximately 150 units — a mix of 2BHK and 3BHK — will be developed for senior living in the first phase, with a provision to develop another 150 units in the second phase.
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Primus is also in advanced discussions with two other developers — Merlin Group and Primarc — for similar senior living units in its projects in Rajarhat and elsewhere. These projects, to be announced later this year and early next year, will increase the total number of units for senior living communities to over 1,000.
"We are not creating 'vriddhashrams' or old-age homes. Instead, we are creating an opportunity for the elderly to live with their children or independently in these towers. At least one member of the family purchasing flats in these towers must be 55 years old. The children can also stay separately in separate towers in the complex that are not meant to house senior citizens," explained
Primus MD Adarsh Narahari
.
The units in the towers for the elderly will be elderly-friendly and fall-safe with anti-skid vitrified tiles in living areas, anti-skid ceramic tiles in restrooms, utility areas, and balconies to reduce the risk of slips and falls.
They will feature wide doors for easy wheelchair and walker access, senior-friendly lever door handles that are easier to grip, restroom doors with outward swing and emergency release features, foldable grab bars near the WC, washbasin, and shower area, shower seats and glass partitions in the master restroom, two-way light switches near the bedside, and footlights for night-time safety.
Additionally, there will be sensor lights in the master bedroom and restroom, rounded edges on internal walls to minimise injury from accidental bumps, wooden handrails in passageways, ramps, and lifts, panic alarm buttons in the master bedroom and restroom, nurse calling and an assistant alarm system, as well as emergency call systems in common areas.
"Primus will also offer a comprehensive, proactive, and personalised healthcare experience that prioritises active, healthy living. We will take care of five essentials for prolonged ageing: delicious, balanced meals planned by nutritionists; doctor-led wellness and fitness programmes with fall prevention strategies; in-room safety features like remote-control bidets, heated towel rods, automatic commodes, gas leak detectors, wheelchair accessibility, mobility support, anti-skid tiles, and panic alarms; ambulance on campus, medical attention, trained staff; regular community activities to keep elders socially and mentally stimulated; and assistance with everyday tasks for hassle-free living including regular housekeeping, medicine delivery, errand assistance, and travel accompaniment," said Narahari.
Srijan Realty Director
Keshav Agarwal
said Kolkata, with a sizable retired population with children working in other Indian cities or living abroad, needed such a project where the elderly could enjoy their independence while living within a vibrant multi-generational community. "We are trying to create a community that looks after the physical and mental well being of elders," said Agarwal.
Merlin MD Sushil Mohta
said he would announce the senior project later this year. "It will be part of
Merlin Rise
development in Rajarhat," said Mohta.
Sources said around 400 units could be developed for senior living in the project that will have 7,000 units.
Primarc MD Siddharth Pansari
said the group could look at two projects with senior living with over 400 units. "We will announce the projects sometime late this year or early next year," he added.
While the investment in Royal Ganges will be Rs 125 crore, the investment in all the projects could reach Rs 650 crore by next year.
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