Nagpur, June 14 -- In a remarkable gesture of patriotism and social responsibility, retired bank employee Shreekant Sahasrabuddhe donated Rs 25.51 lakh from his lifetime savings to the Army Central Welfare Fund, which supports serving soldiers, war widows, disabled veterans and the families of martyrs.

The donation was formally handed over on Thursday when Sahasrabuddhe presented a cheque of Rs 25.51 lakh to Major General Navtej S Sohal, General Officer Commanding of the Uttar Maharashtra and Gujarat Sub Area, in Nagpur.

According to defence officials, the Army Central Welfare Fund plays a crucial role in providing financial assistance and welfare support to serving personnel, disabled soldiers, war widows, and the families of those who...