Army to create separate & centralised fund to use donations

October 17, 2016 22:05

With the rise in number of queries to assist the next of kin of battle causalities with monetary assistance, the army has decided to create a separate and centralised fund for such a purpose, PTI reports.

A defence spokesperson said a surge of such requests came after the Siachen avalanche where the Indian Army lost 10 brave soldiers.

The Indian Army has opened a new bank account for the welfare of bereaved families of Battle Casualties named 'Army Welfare Fund Battle Casualties.'

Organisations and individuals desirous of donating to the cause can transfer the contribution directly in the account of 'Army Welfare Fund Battle Casualties\' in the South Block Branch of Syndicate Bank. The Branch Code, IFSC and Account no of the bank is 9055, SYNB0009055 and Account No 90552010165915 respectively.

Alternatively, the amount can also be forwarded through Cheque/Demand Draft in favour of the 'Army Welfare Fund Battle Casualties' payable at New Delhi at the following address:

Director Accounts Section,

Adjutant General's Branch,

Ceremonial & Welfare Directorate,

IHQ of MoD (Army),

New Delhi-110011.

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