Army organises event for soldiers disabled in war

The Army organised a programme to support disabled soldiers in which they were presented with scooters. The Tiger Division at Jammu organised the event during which six modified scooters were donated by NGO War Wounded Foundation (WWF).

An official spokesperson said, “The programme was conducted on the initiative of Director North Zone, WWF. The war-disabled soldiers were identified with the help of the Indian Army. GOC Tiger Division presented the keys of the scooters to these soldiers.”

GOC of Tiger Division appreciated the services and dedication of the soldiers, who were injured in the line of duty. He mentioned that even after retirement, the soldiers are always ready to provide their services for the nation, as was evident during Operation Sindoor as well.

While serving in the Army, many soldiers are wounded in war/ during war-like situations. The injury reduces mobility of the soldier. To help such soldiers, WWF provides mobility equipment and other help to these soldiers. Till date, WWF has helped soldiers from J&K and Punjab with around 60 modified scooters, five auto-rickshaws, two electric wheelchairs, modification to bathrooms and help for marriage of their daughters. With this help, injured soldiers can move independently, carry out routine functions and develop self-confidence.

Brig Harcharan Singh (retd) thanked the Indian Army for conducting this event to help ex-servicemen. He informed the gathering about welfare schemes being run by WWF that are benefitting war-disabled soldiers residing in any part of the country.