National Defence Fund Explained

National Defence Fund is an Indian Government institution, set up in the year 1962 to receive voluntary donations for the promotion and welfare of the members of the Indian Armed Forces (including paramilitary forces) and their dependents. Members of the executive committee include the Prime Minister of India as chairperson, Home Minister, Defence Minister and Finance Minister—Treasurer.[1] [2] [3] Donations to the National Defence Fund are 100% tax exempt.[4] [5] Donations can be made through an online government portal also.[6]

Income and expenditure

The income and expenditure of the National Defence Fund for the period 2013 to 2019 is as follows (in crore rupees):[7] [8]

Notable contributions

Notes and References

  1. Web site: National Defence Fund. 5 February 2018.
  2. Web site: National Defence Fund. 5 February 2018.
  3. News: The Army Welfare Fund That You Might Think is a Hoax, But Isn't. The Quint. 2018-02-05. en.
  4. News: Here's how you can avail tax deduction under Section 80G. 2018-01-10. Zee Business. 2018-02-05. en.
  5. News: Check before you donate: Will you get 50% or 100% tax benefit under Section 80G?. Motiani. Preeti. 2018. The Economic Times. 2018-02-05.
  6. https://ndf.gov.in/ Online Contributions / Donations to National Defence Fund
  7. Web site: National Defence Fund . www.pmindia.gov.in. en. 2018-02-05.
  8. Web site: National Defence Fund. 2020-11-19.
  9. News: Politicians slammed for tarnishing Hyderabad Nizam Osman Ali Khan Bahadur's name . 14 April 2021 . The New Indian Express.
  10. Web site: Indian team wears Army camouflage caps, donates match fee to National Defence Fund. The Hindu. 8 March 2019.

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